Embedded Software Engineering Lead

Embedded Software Engineering Lead Lockheed Martin Corporation - 4.0 Liverpool, NY Job Details Full-time $113,900 - $227,125 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid jury duty Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Flextime Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Version control Customer communication Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) protocol TCP Waterfall Embedded systems 5 years Visual Studio Configuration management Windows Algorithms C Bachelor's degree Team management Application design Embedded software RTOS Software documentation System architecture design Agile software development Linux Eclipse Unit testing Analysis (software development lifecycle) Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Leadership GitLab Communication skills Project stakeholder communication

Full Job Description JOB ID:

726218BR Date posted: Apr. 29, 2026

Description:

WHAT WE'RE DOING

Lockheed Martin's Anti‑Submarine Warfare (ASW) business area develops cutting‑edge maritime systems that protect our nation's naval forces. In Syracuse, NY we are building the next generation of embedded software that powers ASW platforms, sensors, and weapons, delivering decisive advantage beneath the waves.

THE WORK

• Architect, design, modify, develop, implement, and integrate
• embedded software applications for target systems.
• Write new source code
• and enhance existing code bases to meet evolving mission requirements.
• Conduct code reviews, optimize algorithms, and run experiments
• to verify functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute
• software development activities across the team.
• Interface with customers, senior leadership, and cross‑disciplinary engineers
• to provide status updates and drive engineering solutions.
• Correct program errors, produce operating instructions, compile documentation,
• and analyze system capabilities to resolve questions of intent, output, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls.

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace leader. Our Syracuse, NY site is part of a diverse, high‑performing engineering community focused on delivering innovative ASW solutions for the U.S. Navy and allied partners.

WHO YOU ARE

Technical leader with strong embedded‑software expertise. Flexible, motivated, and dedicated with a keen eye for detail. Team‑oriented and capable of multitasking in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent communicator who can collaborate with customers, senior leaders, and multidisciplinary engineers. Abie to work effectively in a collaborative environment

WHY JOIN US

Tackle some of the world's most important and complex challenges in maritime defense. Lead a talented software engineering team and shape the architecture of mission‑critical systems. Work side‑by‑side with a diverse group of technical professionals and engage directly with customers and senior leadership. Grow your career at a world‑renowned aerospace company that invests in innovation, professional development, and a collaborative culture.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in a related discipline, with 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent experience/combined education in a related field. Proficient using the C/C++ programing languages Experience with real time embedded operating systems and applications Experience in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, coding, unit test, integration, and verification Experience leading a team of SW developers

Desired Skills:

Experience generating and maintaining program software documentation Experience with software configuration management (Git/GitLab) Familiarity across Host Operating Domains (e.g. Windows, Linux) Experience with VxWorks Experience with the Internet protocol suite (TCP, UDP) Familiarity with Integrated Development Environments (Eclipse, Visual Studio/Express) Familiarity with standard communication busses (VME, I2C) and protocols Familiarity with Software Development Methodologies (Agile/Incremental/Waterfall)

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. 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 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 $113,900 - $200,905. 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.

Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $131,000 - $227,125. 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. 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.

Experience Level:

Experienced Professional Business Unit:

RMS Relocation Available:

Possible Career Area:

Software Engineering Type:

Full-Time Shift:

First At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology:

From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture:

Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another's perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth:

Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life:

Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond. Empowered to

Be Your Best:

Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet. Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer: Flexible Schedules, dependent on role

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