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Embedded Software Engineer Intern

Lockheed Martin

Orlando, FLFull-time$20.14–28.15/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20.14–28.15/hr
Location
Orlando, FL
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearance

Job overview

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control seeks an Embedded Software Engineer Intern in Orlando to develop and maintain embedded and desktop software. The work includes requirements, design, coding, testing, and integration for embedded multi-core systems and desktop applications. Candidates need C++ development experience, Linux experience, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DoD clearance. The position is on-site.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

C++LinuxOperating SystemsHardwareC++ Object-Oriented DesignInheritanceMultithreadingLarge CodebasesDevSecOpsGitGitHubBitbucketSoftware Configuration ManagementSoftware Lifecycle DevelopmentSoftware IntegrationDebuggingCPythonAgile

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Related Software DisciplineAbility to Obtain DoD ClearanceU.S. Citizenship

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Standard Job Description

Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas. MFC is a recognized designer, developer, and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries. MFC develops, manufactures, and supports advanced products for military customers that include the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, NASA, and dozens of foreign allies. MFC also offers a wide range of products and services for the global civil nuclear power industry and the military’s green power initiatives.

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer Intern in Orlando, FL. In this role, you will develop and maintain embedded software applications and/or desktop applications. Tasks will involve requirements, design, code, testing, and integrating software for an embedded multi-core system as well as desktop computer applications for emulation of sensors and countermeasures. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of object-oriented C++ concepts and experience with Linux OS.

Candidates filling this position will need US citizenship and will need a clearance at the level specified in “Clearance Level” or will need the ability to get a clearance if not specified. In addition to meeting security clearance requirements, the candidate may need to be approved to work Special Access Program (SAP) prior to the start of employment.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Embedded Software Engineer Intern, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Develop Embedded Software to include drivers, state machines, multi-threaded applications, etc.

  • Integrate complex algorithms into C++ applications

  • Design, develop, document, test, and debug software for both logical and mathematical solutions as well as software for controlling tactical hardware

  • Apply knowledge of computer hardware and software while referencing Artificial Intelligence in a responsible manner in accordance with Lockheed, contractual, and governmental policies to accelerate documentation, development, and functional tests.

  • Contribute to detailed design architectures, ensuring architecture and source code remain in alignment.

Why Join Us

As an Embedded Software Engineer Intern at MFC, you will join one of the largest networks of software professionals, implementing cutting-edge technologies on both existing and new development platforms. You will be helping us solve the world’s most difficult challenges by supporting such wide-ranging domain areas as aircraft flight command and control, air traffic control, health care, and homeland defense. We are a matrix engineering and technology organization, so you will touch multiple programs over your career!

This position is on-site in Orlando, Florida. We offer flexible work schedules and comprehensive benefits, investing in your future and security. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. (https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/careers/why-lm/LM\_Benefits.html)

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location. (https://lmt.co/MFC-JobDescription-Orlando)

Basic Qualifications

  • Demonstrated software development experience in C++.

  • Must be working towards a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related software discipline.

  • Ability to obtain DoD Clearance

  • Must be US Citizen

Desired Skills

  • Experience working Operating systems / familiarity with OS concepts. This may include: Linux, Windows, Unix, VxWorks, Operating Systems Coursework, etc.

  • Hardware experience (Arduino, STMxx, Xilinx, any FPGA Programmable Software.

  • Strong understanding of C++ object-oriented design and inheritance concepts.

  • Understanding of basic multi-threading concepts.

  • Working with large code base.

  • DevSecOps tool chain experience (this may include Git, GitHub, BitBucket).

  • Software configuration management.

  • Full software life-cycle development.

  • Software integration and debugging techniques.

  • Demonstrated software development experience in C / Python.

  • Familiarity with Agile practices.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $20.14 - $28.15

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.

  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,234 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$20.14–28.15/hr
  • US median$60–70/hr95 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $24.15/hr, is 64% below the US median midpoint ($67/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Embedded Software Engineer hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 33 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs in Florida and 1,234 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Florida
Experience
Embedded Software Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 6 years (1,021 postings).
Education
582 of the 1,234 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs (47%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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