Software Quality Engineer Staff

Description: The mission matters. So do the people behind it. With advancing defense technology at our core, what sets us apart is a culture of collaboration, purpose, and impact. - - - What is the mission? Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do moreu2014 we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. Weu2019re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Securityu00ae vision. Weu2019re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. Weu2019re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And weu2019re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. - - - In this role you will have the following daily key responsibilities: u2022 Develop, modify, and apply rigorous quality principles for both in house and purchased software based systems, ensuring compliance with project, process, and contractual objectives. u2022 Validate test equipment (including HIL systems) by designing, specifying, and executing comprehensive inspection, verification, and validation test methods. u2022 Establish overall operating criteria that drive the software quality program and create/maintain robust development and maintenance processes. u2022 Define and execute an audit strategy to guarantee compliance with all system and software procedures. u2022 Continuously evaluate and analyze the software quality system to identify deficiencies, implement corrective actions, and verify that reliability metrics meet established standards. u2022 Conduct thorough software product reviews covering: u27a5 Requirement specifications u27a5 Design documents u27a5 Source code u27a5 Test plans and procedures u27a5 Tools, techniques, and methodologies u2022 Ensure proper requirement allocation, traceability, and testability across the entire product lifecycle. u2022 Proactively develop innovative, cross disciplinary solutions to complex quality challenges with minimal day to day direction. u2022 Guide major projects from concept through completion, making long lasting decisions that shape the organizationu2019s technical posture. u2022 Engage regularly with senior leadership on strategic quality matters. u2022 Contribute new concepts and best practice frameworks and leverage full spectrum expertise in industry standards and company practices to drive continuous improvement and keep the organization at the forefront of software quality. u2022 Some travel (~20%) will be required for this position. - - - This position does not support teleworking; the preferred candidate will be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility in King of Prussia, PA , and be expected to work in the office. Basic Qualifications: To be effective, you will need to possess these basic qualifications: u2022 Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline. u2022 Experience with Software Development Life Cycle models. u2022 Software Quality, Software Engineering, or Systems Engineering experience in Requirements Analysis, Design/Development, Product Integration and Test. u2022 Ability to interpret software design and code. u2022 Able to travel ~20%. u2022 You will need to be a US Citizen, andcurrently possess and be able to maintain a US TOP SECRET clearance, and SCI eligible,to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Desired Skills: To be effective, ideally, you should also have: u2022 Microsoft Office Proficiency u2013 Advanced use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related tools. u2022 Independent Work Capability u2013 Thrive in highu2011complexity environments with shifting priorities and dynamic schedules. u2022 Team Collaboration u2013 Strong organizational and communication abilities; adept at working within crossu2011functional teams. u2022 Metrics Development & Analysis u2013 Create, interpret, and act on datau2011driven metrics to highlight concerns and promote best practices. u2022 Issue Communication & Problem Solving u2013 Effectively engage diverse audiences to surface issues, facilitate discussions, and generate solutions. u2022 Agile/Lean Development Experience u2013 Support software development teams operating under various Agile frameworks. u2022 Quality Systems Knowledge u2013 Thorough understanding of internal quality processes and external quality standards. u2022 Toolset Expertise u2013 Handsu2011on experience with software development and planning tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Code Collaborator. u2022 Process & Product Evaluation u2013 Conduct assessments to verify compliance, effectiveness, and continuousu2011improvement opportunities. u2022 Ability to write code in C, C++, or Java u2022 ASQ Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) u2022 Knowledge of AS9100 requirements u2022 Knowledge of AS9115 requirements u2022 Security+ certification u2022 Cybersecurity Fundamentals u2013 Knowledge of network security, threat landscapes, cryptography, and accessu2011control concepts. - - - PLEASE NOTE-Other important information: u2022 By applying to this role, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities, within Lockheed Martin, where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. u2022 Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. u2022 Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. - - - Benefits of Employment: Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Learn more about Lockheed Martinu2019s competitive and comprehensive benefits package here. - - - We are also committed to enabling transitioning veterans to connect with their communities and find new purpose as they reintegrate into civilian life. By clicking on the link, you can find out more on how we proudly support the Military/Veterans Network: Hiring Our Heroes - - - Joining Lockheed Martin Space means becoming part of a global network of passionate professionals dedicated to safety and shaping the future of defense capabilities At Space we value your skills, training, and education. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach u2013 and yours as a Lockheed Martin Space employee. u2026just to name a few reasons to join Lockheed Martin Space, and experience your future Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Top 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: 9x80 every other Friday off 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. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help 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, develop, 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. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, youu2019re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: SPACE Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection Type: Full-Time Shift: First

Created: 2026-03-27