Fixed Term
Logistics Software Engineer
Logistics
Havant
About the Role
Salary: £52,000 – £60,000 + Excellent Benefits
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week | 4 day working week Monday to Thursday | Remote working but required to come to the office when needed.
Location: Havant, Portsmouth.
Here at Lockheed Martin we are seeking a Logistics Software Engineer to enhance its software development capability and provide ongoing support for a suite of applications used by both internal stakeholders and Ministry of Defence (MoD) customers.
This role requires an experienced and innovative professional who can assume ownership of both new and existing development projects. The successful candidate will be capable of defining technical requirements, managing development tasks, and delivering high-quality software solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and manage the full software development lifecycle, from initial concept and system design through to implementation, testing, deployment, and in-service support.
2. Develop and maintain user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks to deliver intuitive and responsive user experiences.
3. Design, build, and optimise server-side architecture, databases, and APIs to ensure reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and end-users to gather, analyse, and translate operational requirements into effective technical solutions.
5. Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and system issues, ensuring performance, security, and compliance with relevant standards.
6. Identify, evaluate, and integrate emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence and automation, to enhance existing and future software capabilities.
7. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, promoting best practices in software engineering, documentation, and configuration management.
Required skills, qualifications and experience
Essential:
8. Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent professional experience).
9. Proven experience in full-stack software development, including front-end and back-end technologies.
10. Strong proficiency in c#, .net, javascript, html and css. Experience designing and implementing relational databases (. SQL Server, PostgreSQL and Oracle).
11. Demonstrable understanding of software development methodologies, version control, and testing frameworks.
12. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
13. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
14. Eligibility to hold or obtain UK Security Clearance.
Desirable:
15. Experience working within a defence, aerospace, or government environment.
16. Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, containerisation (. Docker), or cloud-based deployment.
17. Understanding of data integration, analytics, and AI/ML concepts.
18. Knowledge of Agile delivery methods and associated tools (. Jira, Confluence, Git).
19. Awareness of information assurance, cybersecurity principles, and MoD information management standards.
Job Reference Number
17839BR
Employee Type
Full Time
Duration
12
Hours Per Week
37.5
Working Schedule
9/75
Country
United Kingdom (UK)
Clearance Required for Role
SC
Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?
No
What we offer you
At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.
We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:
20. Private Medical Insurance
21. Competitive Pension
22. Dental
23. Critical Illness
24. Life Assurance
25. Travel Insurance
26. Employee discounts for top high street shops
27. Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
28. Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
29. Reimbursement for a professional membership
30. Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave
Business Environment
Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world’s leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact end ngIf: ame != 'jobtitleInJobDetails' && ame != 'jobdescriptionInJobDetails' -->
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