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Software Quality Engineer Sr - E3

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Littleton, CO, USA
96K-178K Annually
Senior level
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Littleton, CO, USA
96K-178K Annually
Senior level
Develops and applies software quality principles for software and software-based systems. Designs quality, verification, validation, testing, audit, and software development processes; reviews requirements, designs, code, tests, and traceability; evaluates quality systems; identifies deficiencies; and supports corrective actions and compliance with contractual and technical requirements.
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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.

Develops, modifies and applies quality principles to the development and use of software and software-based systems for make and/or buy software products. Performs verification and validation of test equipment including hardware in the loop systems. Develops overall operating criteria to ensure implementation of the software quality program according to project, process and contract requirements and objectives. Designs and implements software development and maintenance processes. Defines audit strategy to ensure compliance to systems/software processes. Designs, specifies and conducts test methods for software inspection, verification and validation. Evaluates and analyzes software quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Ensures measures meet acceptable reliability standards. Performs software product reviews against contractual, technical and/or process requirements. Reviews include requirement specifications, design documents, source code, test plans and procedures, materials, tools, techniques, and methodologies. Performs or directs verification of software requirement allocations, traceability, and testability.

Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Basic Qualifications
  • US Citizenship required and active Top Secret clearance with the ability to gain SCI access and successfully complete a Poly to support the program
  • STEM Bachelor's degree or higher required to apply Or combined experience/education
  • Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle models
  • Software Quality, Software Engineering, or Systems Engineering Familiarity in Requirements Analysis, Design/Development, Product Integration and Test
  • Ability to interpret software design and code (C, C++, Java, python, etc.)
  • Some travel may be required for this position (Up to 25%)
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.
  • Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) - Apply RCCA tools and methods to correct issues/nonconformance and prevent issue/nonconformance from recurring
  • 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.
    • Review Product Requirements for Quality
    • Trace Product Requirements through Design, Implementation, Test
      • Understand Models Ensuring Requirement Coverage
      • Review Code/Tests Ensuring Requirement Coverage
    • Ensure Adequate Program Configuration Management/Software Configuration Management Processes In Place
  • Knowledge of AI tools/methods to Positively Impact Daily Task Execution
  • Software Development Experience Using Python, Java, C++ Languages

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00

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.

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