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# Full-Stack Software Engineer Senior - Level 3

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Lockheed Martin posts a senior FDE role to build for teams inside the company in Palmdale, CA, at $110,300–$204,900 base, below the senior FDE median of $190,000 across 1,864 postings with pay. Build and support full-stack applications, data pipelines, and dashboards for F-35 composite control surface production shops and Advanced Development Program Skunk Works lines of business. Read from the employer’s posting on November 8, 2026.

- [Lockheed Martin](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/lockheed-martin)

First seen Oct 23, 2026 · open on Eightfold as of Nov 8, 2026

**$110,300–$204,900** Palmdale, CA Full-time

Build and support full-stack applications, data pipelines, and dashboards for F-35 composite control surface production shops and Advanced Development Program Skunk Works lines of business.

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## At a glance

### Posted base pay

$110K–$205K Below the median

Midpoint $158K · median $190K

This job $110K to $205K. Senior FDE postings, 1,864 postings: the middle 50% of posted pay is $160K to $220K, median $190K.

### The work

Builds for teams inside the company

Balance **Mostly building**

Project stages

1. Pre-sales (not covered)
2. Proof of concept (not covered)
3. Implementation
4. Operations

- **Coding**: Writes production code

- **Builds for**: External customers

- **Level**: Senior

- **Role**: Individual contributor

### What they ask for

Experience

- **3+ years** professional experience developing full-stack web applications

Background

- **Software engineering**

### Do you meet what the posting states?

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## Conditions

- **Location**: Palmdale, CA

- **Employment type**: Full-time

- **Pay**:

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## The job description from Lockheed Martin

### Standard Job Description

**Your Impact**
We're looking for a Full‑Stack Software Engineer Sr to power the digital backbone of the F‑35 Joint Strike Fighter Composite Control Surface Edges fabrication shops, as well as the Advanced Development Program Shunk Works Lines of Business. As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you’ll build modern, scalable web apps with React, Angular, .NET Core, Node.js, Docker/Kubernetes, and cloud services, turning complex production data into intuitive interfaces that streamline workflows and boost efficiency. What makes this role unique is the hands‑on collaboration with Production Operations — you’ll spend time shadowing on the shop floor and in business meetings listening for pain points to rapidly prototype solutions. Join a mission‑critical environment where your code directly supports a world‑class defense platform, benefit from top‑tier mentors, competitive compensation, and a culture that prizes innovation, safety, and impact.

**What You Will Be Doing**
 1. Develop, test, deploy and support full-stack applications that enable production operations use cases.
 2. Design data pipelines and database solutions to integrate manufacturing systems and automate workflow processes.
 3. Build full-stack web applications to streamline data collection and management across production systems.
 4. Create real-time dashboards and data visualizations that enable leadership and floor supervisors to make informed decisions.
 5. This role involves directly interfacing with technical and non-technical users to truly understand their needs and then rapidly iterating to develop an application that they will love to use.

**What's In It for You**
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

**Further Information About This Opportunity**
 • MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
 • Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

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.

### Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience developing full‑stack web applications using modern frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue, .NET Core, or Node.js
- Familiarity with DevOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Azure DevOps)
- Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for deployment and scaling
- Strong knowledge of relational databases, SQL querying, and API design (REST/GraphQL)
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with non‑technical staff, gathering requirements and translating them into user‑centric software solutions

### Desired Skills

- Prior work in a regulated or high‑security environment (DoD, aerospace, or defense)
- Proven track record of implementing user‑centered design and usability testing, turning customer feedback into iteratively refined interfaces
- Expertise in designing and maintaining ETL/Data‑pipelining solutions to ingest, transform, and load production data for analytics and reporting
- Python skills for building backend services, data‑processing pipelines, and automation scripts
- Exposure to manufacturing execution systems and industrial platforms, with hands‑on experience integrating web applications to include: SAP, Apriso, and Autotime

### Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00

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.

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