Software Engineer Lead – Embedded, Clearance Required, Dallas TX

Job ID: 717210BR Date posted: Feb. 10, 2026
Description:

You will be the Software Engineer Lead for the Embedded Software team. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑impact embedded C/C++ solutions that enable mission‑critical capabilities across Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Lead Software Engineer you will be responsible for guiding the design, development, and integration of embedded software that solves complex business and mission problems.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and develop embedded C/C++ applications, integrating advanced algorithms and features.


• Plan, conduct, and coordinate software development activities across multiple programs.


• Design, document, test, and debug software that implements logical and mathematical solutions for mission‑critical systems.


• Apply deep knowledge of computer hardware and software to translate user requirements into robust code.


• Correct program errors, produce operating instructions, and compile comprehensive development documentation.

Why Join Us

We are looking for a collaborative, purpose‑driven professional who thrives on solving the world’s toughest challenges—from aircraft flight control to homeland‑defense systems. This role offers high visibility, cross‑program exposure, and a clear path for career growth within a world‑class aerospace organization.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications:
• Must currently hold an active DoD Secret Security Clearance to be considered for this position

• BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering or related field

• C and C++ 11 or higher

• Embedded real-time software development

• Hardware/Software integration & test

• Linux OS

• Experience leading a software development team through different phases of the software development life cycle
Desired Skills:
- Embedded real-time software development for millisecond / microsecond response time systems

- Agile development process

- Git and/or GitLab: configuration management / version control

- Automated testing

- CentOS 7.0 or higher

- Jira - issue tracking

- Publisher/subscriber protocols (preferably RTI DDS)

- Python

- Technical document development

- Technical review presentation development and delivery
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Software Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First