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Software Quality Engineer (SSQE) - Orlando, FL

Lockheed Martin, Orlando, FL, United States


Job Description
You will be the Software Quality Engineer (SSQE) for the Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) team. Our team is responsible for developing and maintaining high‑performance air and missile defense, air‑to‑air, precision fires, and other advanced systems for warfighting and civilian customers.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Software Quality Engineer (SSQE) you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of mission‑critical software through rigorous testing and quality processes.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for software releases.

Automate test procedures and frameworks to increase efficiency and coverage.

Collaborate with developers, system engineers, and stakeholders to identify and resolve defects.

Perform root‑cause analysis and drive corrective actions to improve product quality.

Maintain documentation of test results, metrics, and compliance with aerospace standards.

Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is analytical, detail‑oriented, and thrives in a collaborative environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge defense systems, influence software quality at a strategic level, and grow within a world‑class engineering organization.

Location & Clearance
This position is in Orlando. Must be a U.S. citizen. Requires an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications

Technical or Engineering degree preferably in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent combined education/experience.

Experience with product development phases.

Software Quality or Engineering experience in Requirements Analysis, Design / Development, Product Integration and Test, with experience using causal analysis tools.

Demonstrated ability to use causal analysis tools to analyze and resolve technical / process issues.

Ability to travel up to 10%.

Desired Skills

Experience interpreting software design and code (ADA / C / C++) to verify implementation of requirements.

Hands‑on experience with Agile Methodologies (SCRUM, Kanban, SAFe, etc.).

Lab/Test Equipment Hardware knowledge or background skills; basic knowledge of audit principles and techniques.

Familiar with the Atlassian Suite of tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.) and Gitlab.

Familiar with automated test system platforms (NI TestStand, NI LabVIEW, SystemLink).

Basic understanding of electro‑mechanical engineering drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) with ability to inspect drawings for compliance.

Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt).

Effective interpersonal skills, including Team building and Collaboration.

Experience with presentation & problem solving skills.

Experience with Government customers.

Strong knowledge of Industry recognized Quality Systems/Models such as CMMI, QMS System Audit (AS9100, ISO9001).

Experience with verification and validation processes.

Different program phase experience (development, production, sustainment).

Corrective Action Board (Process, Command Media, corrective action, preventive action, Root Cause Analysis).

SAP – Handling and Dispositioning Nonconformances.

Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Work Schedule
4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week. Onsite full‑time.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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