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DevSecOps Engineer Sr - GMD Weapons Systems (GWS)

Huntsville, Alabama

Huntsville, Alabama

Job Responsibilities

Job ID: 709742BR Date posted: Nov. 20, 2025
Description:What We're Doing
Become a part of something IMPACT-ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation’s defense against ballistic missile attacks.

The GMD Weapon System (GWS) processes data from multiple sensors to identify and characterize the inbound ballistic missile threat, plans the best defensive solution, and launches the intercepting missiles to negate the threat.

The Work
As a DevSecOps Engineer, you could:

• Develop Infrastructure as Code scripts in Terraform and Helm to provision cloud resources.
• Deploy and maintain applications on Kubernetes clusters.
• Configure and maintain developer instances and development environment. Configure and maintain DevSecOps Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline tools.
• Work closely with the Software team to ensure that various cloud infrastructure platforms are developed and operational.
• Work with a team of DevSecOps Engineers to develop and maintain a software cloud virtualization stack with Microsoft Azure.
• Attend daily agile scrum meetings
• Work independently on software stories that include application development, software development, vendor calls with Microsoft, and maintaining a PaaS (Platform as a Service)
• Report to the GNI execution lead on the status of JIRA stories, any outstanding blockers, concerns, or dependencies
• Report metrics to the GNI SW team & GWS and GNI leadership
• Work in both classified and unclassified software environments
• Willing to travel to customer site weekly
• Willing to travel to other classified labs to perform work

Due to the nature of the role, this is not being offered as a teleworking or hybrid position.

This position requires an Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Who We Are
Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Huntsville, AL is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Why Join Us
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here!

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Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience or a Master’s degree and 3 years of related experience
• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Must have a DOD 8140 IAT Level II certification (ex: Security + CE)
• Strong systems administrator experience, specifically in Windows/Linux Operating Systems environments
• Experience working with cloud technologies and platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google Cloud
• Experience with DevSecOps practices, approaches, requirements, and iteration plans for a large-scale classified government system
• Familiarity with configuring and maintaining DevSecOps Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline tools including best practices, automated builds and tests, quality gates, software quality, and CI tools, i.e., Jenkins.
• Must be able to support an in-person, closed-area work environment 100% of the time
Desired Skills:
• Communicates effectively, both internally and externally to team
• Eager to expand knowledge and continually improve
• Ability to write or review software code (Java, Python, etc.)
• Familiarity and skills in agile software principles, particularly regarding building a plan or roadmap for multiyear program / product
• Interest and aptitude in developing Infrastructure as code scripts in Terraform and Helm to provision cloud resources
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes, Docker, and/or other cloud orchestration technologies.
• Experience with configuration management tools, i.e., Git, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, etc.
• Experience with branching strategies, gated commits and source-controlled management
• Programming and scripting experience in a UNIX environment (C++, Perl, Python, Bash, Ruby, Shell, Scripts).
• Programming and scripting experience in a Windows environment (PowerShell, etc.)
• Experience with PaaS (Platform as a Service) infrastructure
• Experience with or basic knowledge of software development (i.e., Java/JavaScript, C++, C#, or any modern object-oriented language) and its life cycles
• Utilize Agile practices and principles to deliver high quality products and services
• Atlassian JIRA, Confluence, GitLab/GitHub, Jenkins, and Nexus repository experience
• Experience with security coding standard best practices, static and dynamic scanning tools, i.e., SonarQube, Fortify, Coverity
• Experience deploying and maintaining applications on Kubernetes clusters
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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: No
Career Area: Software Engineering
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First
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About

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
  • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
  • Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

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Qualifications

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  • Collaborative

    There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

  • Curious

    The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

  • Goal-oriented

    From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

  • Proactive

    The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

  • Problem Solver

    You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

  • Strategic

    You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”

Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

    Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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