--- title: Software Engineer Early Career at Lockheed Martin description: Lockheed Martin is hiring for the Software Engineer Early Career role in Fort Worth, TX. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/software-engineer-early-career-at-lockheed-martin-01a1becb-45b4-706e-9a8e-2f4a525e216b date: 2026-11-15T17:42:40Z og_description: Join Lockheed Martin as Software Engineer Early Career in Fort Worth, TX. Pays $67K–$124.4K per year. Full-time, on-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/fcdev1.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Lockheed Martin](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/lockheed-martin?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Fort Worth, TX | | **Salary** | $67K/yr - $124.4K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 09, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Lockheed Martin. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Lockheed Martin. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $116,000 – $172,000 a year (median $140,000). ## Description ## Standard Job Description Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met. At Lockheed Martin we 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 career opportunities designed to propel development 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. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built. Lockheed Martin is seeking a full-time Early Career Software Engineer. In this role, you will develop, integrate, and test software. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of Linux, Java, C++, and containers. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. ## Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related STEM major - Experience with Java and/or C++ - Experience with Linux environments ## Desired Skills - Knowledge of containers (Docker, Kubernetes) - Experience with Object Oriented Programming Principles - Familiarity with Agile concepts and processes - Familiarity of the Software Development Lifecycle including software testing/unit testing - Experience with C# and/or Rust - Experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $67000.00 - $124400.00 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. ## Skills - Security Clearance - C# - Object-Oriented Programming (Oop) - Docker - Software Testing - Unit Testing - Kubernetes - Software Development - CI/CD - Software Development Life Cycle - C++ - Computer Engineering - Rust - Computer Science - Data Acquisition - Linux - DevSecOps - Java - Computer Hardware - Data Processing - Program Development ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Parental Leave - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Sick Leave - 401(k) Plans - Employee Stock Options (ESOs) - Flexible Work Schedules ## Related - [More jobs at Lockheed Martin](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/lockheed-martin?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Technology & Software jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Software Development jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/software-development?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Software Developer / Engineer jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/software-development/software-developer-engineer?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Texas](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 234041 jobs - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 61184 jobs - [Fort Worth, TX](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas/fort-worth?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 9191 jobs - [Lockheed Martin](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/lockheed-martin?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 8362 jobs ## Related pages - [Texas](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 234041 jobs - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 61184 jobs - [Fort Worth, TX](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas/fort-worth?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 9191 jobs - [Lockheed Martin](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/lockheed-martin?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 8362 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)