Embedded Software Engineer - Grand Prairie, TX

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Grand Prairie
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Sign-On Bonus Eligible for DoD Cleared Embedded Software Engineers By applying for this role, you will be considered for opportunities within Lockheed Martin's Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) division. This is a Pipeline Req, sample statement of work, and actual job responsibilities will be within one of our functional organizations. We may have multiple opportunities at various levels. What You Will Be Doing As the Embedded Software Engineer you will be responsible for the development of mission?critical embedded software across multiple programs. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Design, development, and integration of C/C++ embedded applications. Plan, coordinate, and execute software development activities and schedules. Develop, document, test, and debug complex algorithms and logical solutions. Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless system integration. Identify and resolve program errors, produce operating instructions, and maintain comprehensive documentation. Why Join Us We seek a collaborative, mission?focused engineer who thrives in a matrixed environment and wants to make a tangible impact on national security. This role offers exposure to diverse programs, cutting?edge technology, and the opportunity to shape advanced defense capabilities. 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 • BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering or related field • C++ 11 or higher • Embedded real-time software development • Experience working with HW/SW and testing in HWIL • Linux OS • Must possess an active Secret clearance to start Desired skills Experience in software engineering and software development Ability to interpret program needs, formulate solutions, and communicate to leadership effectively Experience as a software engineer working with multi-disciplined teams Experience designing ground system embedded software Experience with GitLab CI/CD Software integration and verification experience 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. Other Important Information 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 Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $93,200 - $164,450. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $107,300 - $185,840. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

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