Sonar System Software Test Engineer

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Manassas
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

What We’re Doing At Lockheed Martin, we're at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and innovation. Our campus in Manassas, Virginia is a hub for engineering excellence, where we tackle some of the world's most challenging engineering problems. We pride ourselves on our culture of creativity, excellence, and product innovation. The Work In this exciting role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading design professionals and contribute to groundbreaking projects. Be a part of the Integrated Common Processor (ICP) program Test Team. The ICP program provides a common Integrated Undersea Surveillance Systems (IUSS) signal processing and display system software and hardware suite for the US Navy. Work with our team to develop tools for our Navy customer as we deliver the latest capabilities for the fleets tactical systems. In this position you will be responsible for: • Validating system performance and capabilities for production and advanced development • Creating test procedures • Validating system requirements • Ensuring system issues are addressed • Guiding the software build through a successful Factory Acceptance Test • Working with the Government Test Team to coordinate the testing plans for the program/build • Maintaining the tactical system, ensuring it remains operational • Traveling independently to the tactical site (up to 10% of the time) Who we are Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions. Our Manassas campus is a thriving center of engineering expertise, fostering a culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the creation of exceptional products. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Who you are To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes: •An innovative mindset, capable of finding solutions to complex engineering challenges. •Commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and a dedication to delivering high-quality results. Why Join Us Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life Joining Lockheed Martin means becoming part of a team that's making a significant impact in the field of engineering. When you choose to work with us, you'll enjoy: •An excellent working environment equipped with state-of-the-art design tools. •The opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and top-notch design professionals as well as Subject Matter Experts in Sonar and Acoustics. •A chance to be a part of solving some of the world's most challenging engineering problems regarding highly complex and integrated subsystems. •A culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the development of remarkable products. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, work on groundbreaking projects, and be a part of a team that thrives on innovation, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our mission. 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 competitive and comprehensive benefits package. WeAreLM WherethebestareBuilt OneLMHotJobs RMSC6ISR rmsusw Basic Qualifications • Experience as a Sonar Operator or Tactical Systems Technician • Demonstrated ability to test/verify system operations • Demonstrated ability to follow procedures to operate and test tactical systems • Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve computer equipment • Demonstrated problem solving abilities • Familiarity with Linux • Must be able to utilize Microsoft Windows and Office products in support of day to day tasking • Willing/able to travel (up to 10%) • Qualified candidate must be eligible for a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Desired skills • Experience with Acoustic Displays – reading Sonar GRAMS • Experience with IUSS • Experience with system analysis, requirements decomposition, and/or requirements management (DOORS) • Experience with Test Method definition and Test Procedure development • Experience in program execution in agile environments • Experience with systems engineering of large, complex systems • Experience with Signal Processing, SONAR, MATLAB, and/or Acoustics • Experience with programming (C, C++, Java, Python, etc.) • Experience with Automated Test • Experience with Atlassian Products • Experience with Training development and delivery • Experience with Tactical System Maintenance • Experience with AI/ML 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. Other Important Information 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 Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $73,400 - $129,260. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $84,300 - $146,165. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

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