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F-35 Software Engineer (Simulation)

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Orlando, FL Intern
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
Job Description

WHAT WE'RE DOING

Rotary and Mission Systems' Training, Logistics and Simulation (TLS) business is Lockheed Martin's center of excellence for training and logistics products and services, serving the U.S. military and more than 65 international customers around the world. Based in Orlando, TLS develops programs that teach service men and women skills to accomplish their most challenging missions - flying the world's most advanced fighter aircraft, navigating ships and driving armored vehicles.

TLS is the corporation's hub for simulation, X reality, live-virtual-constructive capabilities, advanced training devices and full-service training programs. TLS also provides sustainment services such as supply chain and logistics IT solutions, spares and repairs, as well as automated test and support equipment.

THE WORK

This is a position for a Software Engineer on F35 Pilot Training Devices (PTD) as part of the Weapons Integrated Product Team (IPT)

Plan, conduct, and coordinate software development activities.

Design, develop, document, test, and debug software that solves business/mission problems using logical and mathematical methods.

Apply established standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle.

Translate high level requirements into detailed software specifications and design documents.

Design, code, and unit test C/C components for real time or safety critical applications.

Develop and execute test plans (unit, integration, system verification) and record results.

Participate in all SDLC phases: requirements analysis, architecture/design, implementation, integration, verification, and hand off to production.

Identify and correct program errors; create clear operating instructions and comprehensive development documentation.

Analyze system capabilities to clarify program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls.

Ensure all software deliverables meet required quality and compliance standards.

This position requires a candidate who is a U.S. Citizen and has the ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance prior to start. The role is located at a facility that requires special access.

Who We Are

The Pilot Training Devices (PTD) team creates flight simulators for the F35 fighter jet. The Weapons Integrated Product Team is responsible for the Weapon Simulation software across all of our PTD products.

Who You Are

You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions.

This position will require the selected candidate to have or obtain an Interim Secret level U.S. government security clearance before starting with Lockheed Martin, as well as obtain a Special Access Program U.S. government security clearance within a reasonable time after starting the position. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for consideration.

WHY JOIN US

Join us if you are passionate about saving lives through mission readiness. Be a part of a team that values speed, agility, affordability, and disruptive technologies. If you are excited about transforming sustainment and training solutions and working with a talented team to reimagine the future, we invite you to contribute your leadership skills and technical expertise to our mission.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 1 or more years of software engineering experience.

Experience with C/C for real time or safety critical systems.

Proficiency with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl.

Proven experience using Git (branching, merging, pull request workflow) and GitLab for source code management, pipeline creation, and CI/CD of builds and automated tests.

Ability to produce detailed specifications, design documents, and test documentation.

Familiarity with version control best practices and continuous integration/continuous delivery processes.

Desired Skills

Experience with aerodynamics, air launched weaponry, missile kinematics, non-ideal physics

Experience with linux environments (specifically SLES 11 )

Experience in Kubernetes / Docker

Experience in gRPC

Experience integrating or interfacing with black box software

Experience in UML / SysML / MBSE

Understanding of agile Scrum, SaFE

Demonstrated capability to debug complex software architecture

EEO

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, 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.

    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

    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 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.

    National Pay Statement

    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 $76,500 - $134,895. 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.

    Premium Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $88,000 - $152,490. 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.

    Salary : $76,500 - $134,895

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