Software Engineer Intern
Mount Laurel, NJFull-time$22.66–31.67/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
The Software Engineer Intern will support work on Command, Control and Communications systems by designing, integrating and testing software, and analyzing data to assess system performance. The role seeks knowledge or experience in software engineering principles, algorithm development and data analysis. The position requires U.S. citizenship and a government security clearance, and is based at a facility requiring special access.
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Full job description
Standard Job Description
Performs assignments in technical/engineering organizations (e.g., Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) during vacations and short-term breaks from college attendance while enrolled in an accredited degree program.
What We're Doing
As a part of the Lockheed Martin community, we take on challenges and find solutions using creativity and collaboration. If you’re looking to be a part of a passionate team solving these complex problems, then Rotary and Mission Systems is the place for you.
The Work
The Software Engineer Intern will have the opportunity to design, integrate/test and conduct data analysis to assess system performance of the Command, Control and Communications (C3) systems. The C3 systems perform multiple critical functions such as radar and sensor management, track filtering, track management including correlation/association, control of multiple communication links, threat evaluation and prioritization, and command of weapon systems for target engagement or assignment.
The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of software engineering principles, algorithm development, and data analysis to troubleshoot and evaluate.
Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Who We Are
Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Mount Laurel, NJ is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Learn more about Integrated Air Missile Defense (https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/capabilities/missile-defense.html)
Why Join Us
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules and competitive pay enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Basic Qualifications
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Pursuing BS Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
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Experience with Object-Oriented Programming
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Strong organizational and time management abilities
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Team-based experience
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Able to work independently and handle confidential information appropriately
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Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Desired Skills
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Demonstrated software experience through coursework or previous internship
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Active security clearance
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Previous experience working in defense industry
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Previous experience in JIRA and/or Confluence
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $22.66 - $31.67
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.
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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.
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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 8,920 open Software Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$22.66–31.67/hr
- US median$30–45/hr497 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $27.17/hr, is 28% below the US median midpoint ($38/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Software Engineering hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 272 open Software Engineering jobs in New Jersey and 8,920 across the US. 9% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- Software Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 10 years (6,725 postings).
- Education
- 2,159 of the 8,920 open Software Engineering jobs (24%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 12, 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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