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Software Engineer - Early Career

Lockheed Martin

Littleton, COFull-time$75–140K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$75–140K/yr
Location
Littleton, CO
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Citizenship required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearance, requiredBachelor's degree, required

Job overview

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time Early Career Software Engineer to support the software engineering lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, integration, and formal test and delivery. The role calls for experience or knowledge of C, C++, or Python and requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, or a related field. The position requires U.S. citizenship and government security clearance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

C, requiredC++, requiredPython, requiredAgile Software Development, nice to haveEmbedded Software/Hardware, nice to haveCollaboration, nice to haveTeamwork, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or Related, requiredU.S. Citizenship, requiredGovernment Security Clearance, required

Benefits

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

Full job description

Standard Job Description

Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.

By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours.

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full time Early Career Software Engineer. In this role, you will support the software engineering lifecycle following the program Software Development Plan (SDP) to include requirements analysis, object oriented analysis & design, code & unit test, integration, and support to formal test/delivery.

The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of languages such as C, C++, or Python. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

  • Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, or Python

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or other related degree program from an accredited college/university

  • 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

  • Knowledge of Agile Software Development

  • Experience or classroom knowledge with embedded software/hardware

  • Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $75400.00 - $140000.00

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 39,070 open Software Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$75–140K/yr
  • Colorado median$120–192K/yr1,019 salary ranges
  • US median$132–214K/yr31,457 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $108K, is 31% below the Colorado median midpoint ($155K) — in the lowest quarter of Software Engineer salary ranges in Colorado.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 1,193 open Software Engineer jobs in Colorado and 39,070 across the US. 8% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Colorado
Experience
Software Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (32,286 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 12,141 of the 39,070 open Software Engineer jobs (31%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Pay, requirements and demand for Software Engineer jobs

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