Associate Software Engineering Manager jobs in United States
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Lockheed Martin · 1 month ago

Associate Software Engineering Manager

Lockheed Martin is a leader in aerospace and defense technologies, and they are seeking an Associate Software Engineering Manager. The role involves combining technical leadership with people management to ensure software projects are delivered on time and within budget while interfacing with internal stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Guide solution development across code bases. Champion best in class software practices
Engineering Management: Own staff planning, recruitment, onboarding, and career development for a team of software engineers
Program Execution: Develop and maintain integrated project schedules and resource allocations. Track milestones, budgets, and risk registers; provide status reports to senior leadership and customers

Qualification

C++PythonEngineering ManagementTechnical LeadershipEmbedded Software DevelopmentDefense Program KnowledgePeople ManagementSystems ThinkingWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field from an accredited university
Minimum 5 years of experience leading technical software projects in aerospace, defense, or high tech environments; proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams
Currently hold a full active security clearance
Demonstrated success in people management
Competence in C++, and Python
Must be a US Citizen; this position will require Final Secret government security clearance prior to starting

Preferred

Experience with embedded software development, such as VxWorks and Familiarity with embedded system constraints
Defense Program Knowledge – Prior work on DoD programs, including exposure to contract and customer interaction
Exceptional written and verbal skills; proven ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
Comfortable thriving in a fast paced, dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment
Strong ability to view software solutions within the broader mission system context

Benefits

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
Holidays

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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