Software Engineering Associate Manager

We are seeking a Software Engineering Associate Manager to join the Information Systems & Innovation (IS&I) organization. The role supports development of IETM-X Software (Integrated Electronic Technical Manual), Integrated Weapons System Maintenance (IWSM), IETM-X 3D Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPB), Intelligent Assistant, DevSecOps, customer-driven projects, and various Digital-transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with program managers and cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership, software and system architecture guidance, and mentorship while ensuring compliance with security, quality, and schedule requirements., * Directly supervise a high-impact agile team, consisting of software engineers, business analysts, and quality assurance engineers; manage work assignments, performance, training, compensation, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

• Lead the management of software engineering contractor engagements, overseeing recruitment, staffing allocation, and performance accountability.
• Drive proposal initiatives from capture through submission, using GenBOE to develop proposals, respond to Requests for Information (RFIs), and deliver complete packages that support new-business capture opportunities for IETM-X, Intelligent Assistant, and other IS&I product offerings.
• Mentor engineers to evolve into hybrid technical-leads, project-managers, and cybersecurity roles.
• Provide technical project management and architectural oversight for sustainment software on AERO and RMS Sikorsky-related naval platforms.
• Serve as technical lead for customer-focused programs guiding software architecture and program requirements.
• Capture, refine, and translate requirements from USAF, NAVAIR, NAVSEA, and international customers; deliver technical briefings to senior military and Lockheed Martin leadership.
• Research and synthesize customer requirements to deliver a unified, holistic software product experience for IETM-X, Intelligent Assistant, and other IS&I product offerings.
• Manage Earned Value Management (EVM) and Cost Account Management (CAM) responsibilities, including budget planning, schedule tracking, and subcontractor coordination; produce executive status reports.
• Lead DevSecOps initiatives across all programs, guaranteeing compliance with Lockheed Martin and DoD cybersecurity standards including STIGs, Info-Assurance requirements, and SBOM generation.
• Lead s/w contract strategy, including negotiation, execution, and management of software license agreements to align contractual outcomes with program objectives and compliance requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of software development leadership and system architecture in defense/aerospace.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members.
• Knowledge of the full stack development lifecycle and modern DevSecOps practices (Docker, Kubernetes, GitLab/Jenkins CI/CD).
• Expertise with Agile/Scrum (PI planning, sprint reviews).
• Experience managing EVM (Earned Value Management) and CAM (Control Account Management) responsibilities, including budget tracking and reporting.
• Ability to conduct and capture requirement clarifications with stakeholders.
• Experience in medium to high-complexity project leadership and developing project budgets/plans.

Desired Skills

• In-depth experience architecting web applications across the full development lifecycle, using a variety of programming languages and frameworks (C#, .NET, Angular, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript).
• In-depth experience with multiple authentication mechanisms (LDAP, OIDC, OAuth 2, SAML, JWT).
• Strong knowledge of web, desktop, cloud, and server architecture.
• Strong expertise in proposal authoring, RFI responses, and proposal submissions.
• Experience establishing, negotiating, and managing contracts and software-license agreements within defense or aerospace projects.
• Hands-on AI/ML integration experience (e.g., AI-powered chatbots, AI coding assistance).
• Experience working in secret-classified environments and ensuring DoD cybersecurity compliance (STIGs, IA, SBOM).
• Expert proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud) and container-orchestration tools (Kubernetes, PCF, RKE2, K3s).
• In-depth knowledge of IETM-type software and XML/SGML scripting, as well as graphics formats (SVG, PNG)., Aerospace and Defense, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), AngularJS, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Business Analysis, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CSS (Cascading Style Sheet), Calendar Management, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Conversation Engine, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Desktop PC, Disciplinary Action, Docker, Earned Value Management (EVM), Engineering Management, Graphics, HTML5, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Application, Internet Security, JavaScript, Jenkins, Leadership, License Agreements, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft .NET, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Military, Military/DoD Standards, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Negotiation Skills, Order Delivery, PNG, Performance Metrics, Product Lifecycle, Programming Languages, Project Development, Project/Program Management, Proposal Development, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Information (RFI), Requirements Management, SGML (Standard Generalized Markup Language), SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics), Sales Management, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Security Compliance, Server Architecture, Software Administration, Software Architecture, Software Development, Software Engineering, Software License Management, Software Licenses, Sprint Planning, Status Reports, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Presentation, Technical Writing, United States Air Force (USAF), United States Department of Defense (DoD), XML (EXtensible Markup Language)

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $150800.00 - $280000.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $135700.00 - $251900.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $120600.00 - $224000.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas-Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $108600.00 - $201600.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Lufkin, TX; etc.

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.

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 125,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.

Our Mission: We solve complex challenges, advance scientific discovery and deliver innovative solutions to help our customers keep people safe and provide them essential services.

Our Vision: Be the global leader in supporting our customers to strengthen global security, deliver citizen services and advance scientific discovery.

Our Values:

• Do What’s Right
• Respect Others
• Perform With Excellence Company Size: 10,000 employees or more