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# Chapter Next Returnship - Software Engineer (Java, C++)

- **Company:** Lockheed Martin
- **Location:** Manassas, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Signal Processing, Software Engineering, SONAR (Symantec), Scripting, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/ECC7A285BC434768B55ACB75A730CF7E/job/

## About the Role

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent STEM field and at least 1 year of related experience.

 - Development, integration, troubleshooting experience with the Linux/Unix Operating System.

 - Experience in software development, integration, troubleshooting using C++, Java.

 - Experience developing scripts using Bash or Python.

 - Must be a US Citizen. This position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Desired Skills:

Experience / familiarity with SONAR and Signal Processing

Experience with applied mathematics

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

## Description

In this role, you will perform software development tasks supporting Navy programs. The successful candidate will have experience and knowledge of coding in Java/C++ on a Linux Operating System.

This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate will be required to hold an active government Secret security clearance.

More about the Returnship Program:

During this returnship participants will become part of a community of similarly experienced professionals with challenging work scopes that contribute to the great innovation produced by Lockheed Martin! Selected candidates will be exposed to comprehensive training, professional development opportunities, networking opportunities, and individual based mentoring

Our goal is to provide the fundamental tools needed to be successful in your career field, and to potentially prepare you for an opportunity to join Lockheed Martin full-time. Fields of focus will be diverse across the program and include functional and technical opportunities.


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