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 more— 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. We’re creating future‑ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re 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. Key Responsibilities Develop, modify, and apply rigorous quality principles for both in house and purchased software based systems, ensuring compliance with project, process, and contractual objectives. Validate test equipment (including HIL systems) by designing, specifying, and executing comprehensive inspection, verification, and validation test methods. Establish overall operating criteria that drive the software quality program and create/maintain robust development and maintenance processes. Define and execute an audit strategy to guarantee compliance with all system and software procedures. Continuously evaluate and analyze the software quality system to identify deficiencies, implement corrective actions, and verify that reliability metrics meet established standards. Conduct thorough software product reviews covering: Requirement specifications Design documents Source code Test plans and procedures Tools, techniques, and methodologies Ensure proper requirement allocation, traceability, and testability across the entire product lifecycle. Proactively develop innovative, cross‑disciplinary solutions to complex quality challenges with minimal day to day direction. Guide major projects from concept through completion, making long lasting decisions that shape the organization’s technical posture. Engage regularly with senior leadership on strategic quality matters. 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. Some travel (~20%) will be required for this position. Workplace Requirements 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 Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline. Experience with Software Development Life Cycle models. Software Quality, Software Engineering, or Systems Engineering experience in Requirements Analysis, Design/Development, Product Integration and Test. Ability to interpret software design and code. Able to travel ~20%. You will need to be a US Citizen, and currently 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 Microsoft Office Proficiency – Advanced use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related tools. Independent Work Capability – Thrive in high‑complexity environments with shifting priorities and dynamic schedules. Team Collaboration – Strong organizational and communication abilities; adept at working within cross‑functional teams. Metrics Development & Analysis – Create, interpret, and act on data‑driven metrics to highlight concerns and promote best practices. Issue Communication & Problem Solving – Effectively engage diverse audiences to surface issues, facilitate discussions, and generate solutions. Agile/Lean Development Experience – Support software development teams operating under various Agile frameworks. Quality Systems Knowledge – Thorough understanding of internal quality processes and external quality standards. Toolset Expertise – Hands‑on experience with software development and planning tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Code Collaborator. Process & Product Evaluation – Conduct assessments to verify compliance, effectiveness, and continuous‑improvement opportunities. Ability to write code in C, C++, or Java. ASQ Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE). Knowledge of AS9100 requirements. Knowledge of AS9115 requirements. Security+ certification. Cybersecurity Fundamentals – Knowledge of network security, threat landscapes, cryptography, and access‑control concepts. Additional Information 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. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Benefits 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 Martin’s 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. Hiring Our Heroes. Security Clearance Statement This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Top Secret. 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've connected with, you’re 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin