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Senior AI/SW Engineer (Orlando)

Orlando, Florida

Orlando, Florida

Job Responsibilities

Job ID: 705495BR Date posted: Sep. 17, 2025
Description:

Are you ready to join a team that's pushing the boundaries of Artificial Intelligence and making a real impact in the industry? The Lockheed Martin Artificial Intelligence Center (LAIC) team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to support the Applied AI team and specifically the Cognitive Modules portfolio. As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on a broad range of projects, from prototypes to deployment, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that provide discriminating capability to our customers.



What you'll be doing:

* Develop software products that implement Artificial Intelligence to provide cutting-edge solutions to our customers
* Engage in every phase of the system development lifecycle, including requirements generation, system and software design, implementation, integration, and flight test
* Participate in a range of activities, from proof of concepts and development of prototypes to building demonstrators and transitioning to production
* Leverage current computer science paradigms, including object-oriented programming, data structures and algorithms, concurrency, and I/O (block storage network database)
* Develop code to solve complex problems and field innovative solutions
* Assume technical lead responsibilities and mentor junior engineers

What’s In It For You:

We offer flexible work schedules and comprehensive benefits, investing in your future and security. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. At Lockheed Martin, we empower employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality. We provide the resources and flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who are you:

* You are a highly motivated and experienced individual with a strong background in software engineering and computer science
* You have a strong work ethic, self-motivation, time management, and interpersonal skills
* You are familiar with current computer science paradigms, including object-oriented programming, data structures and algorithms, concurrency, and I/O (block storage network database)
* You have experience developing code to solve complex problems and field innovative solutions
* You are able to assume technical lead responsibilities and mentor junior engineers
* You are a team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills

#LMLAIC
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline

Experience with C++ or Java or GO or Rust or other compiled languages

Experience with DevOps tools (Docker/Podman, Git, or GitLab CI/CD)

Experience with at least one of the following communication protocols; REST or gRPC

Experience with at least one of the following messaging protocols; Kafka or ActiveMQ or ZeroMQ or DDS

Secret Clearance
Desired Skills:
Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline

Experience with Test-Driven Development from both unit- and system/acceptance-level perspectives

Experience with software orchestration (e.g. Kubernetes, Helm, Istio/Linkerd) and modern GitOps workflows

Experience developing microservices and microservice architectures

Experience building and deploying software for defense mission systems

Experience with real-time embedded software engineering

Experience with hardware-accelerated computing for both CPUs and GPUs (e.g. CUDA, Intel oneAPI, SYCL)

Experience with model deployment software libraries and stacks (e.g. NVIDIA TensorRT, Triton Inference Server, OnnxRuntime)

Experience deploying AI-enabled systems in multiple environments (e.g. cloud, edge devices)

Experience with high-performance computing

Experience interfacing with databases (SQL, MongoDB, etc.)

Experience leading other engineers or small teams

Familiarity with transitioning prototype software to production

Top Secret // SCI Clearance
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
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: ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Artificial Intelligence
Type: Full-Time
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
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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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