Job Description

Staff Software Engineer

You will be the Staff Software Engineer for the Virtual Prototyping group. Our team delivers advanced visualization, simulation, and digital-twin technologies across Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, turning complex systems into interactive 3D, AR/VR, and web-based experiences that drive faster, better-informed decisions from concept through sustainment.

What you will be doing:

• Creating high-performance real-time 3D applications and web visualization tools using modern frameworks (Unity, Unreal, WebGL, etc.).
• Developing front-end and back-end components with JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, C++, Python, and related technologies.
• Integrating and extending game-engine pipelines to support data-driven, networked virtual-prototyping and digital-twin experiences.
• Collaborating with distributed engineers, designers, and domain experts on software architecture, UI/UX design, testing, and continuous delivery.

About Virtual Prototyping:

The Virtual Prototyping group provides cutting-edge visualization and simulation solutions enterprise-wide, including product visualization, AR/VR/spatial computing, human-machine interfaces, digital-twin/operational-awareness tools, and virtual training/serious-gaming applications.

Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

What's in it for you:

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

This position can be located in Fort Worth, TX, Marietta, GA, or Palmdale, CA.

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or STEM discipline or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency with JavaScript or TypeScript, including modern frameworks (React, Vue, Angular, or similar).
• Expertise with real-time 3D development using Unity, Unreal, or WebGL.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Desired skills:

• Experience building interactive web applications that integrate 3D content or simulation data.
• Familiarity with WebGL, Three.js, or similar visualization libraries.
• Experience with C++, C#, or Python for backend or simulation integration.
• Exposure to mixed reality (AR/VR), spatial computing, or digital twin applications.
• Knowledge of containerization and deployment (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.).
• Experience with REST APIs, WebSockets, or real-time networked systems.
• Familiarity with 3D graphics pipelines, shaders, and GPU programming (DirectX, OpenGL, Vulkan).
• Ability to learn new tools, technologies, and domains quickly.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Security clearance statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance level: 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.
• Ability to work remotely: Part-time remote telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
• 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

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 $104,500 - $184,115. 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.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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