FPGA Designer

Description:What We're Doing

At Lockheed Martin, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology. Our mission systems drive advancements in defense, aerospace, and technology, helping to shape a secure and sustainable future. We pride ourselves on creating cutting-edge products that solve the world's toughest challenges, and we’re looking for passionate engineers to help us deliver solutions that matter.

The Work

Lockheed Martin is seeking an FPGA Designer to join our Mission Systems team. In this role, you will play a key part in the development of Advanced Processing systems and subsystems, supporting all aspects of hardware development from requirements derivation through product integration. You’ll support efforts to ensure the technical integrity, quality, and completeness of work, ensuring that project deliverables meet cost and schedule commitments.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting overall organizational process compliance, including management of the FPGA Development Process.

FPGA development activities and providing technical guidance.

Ensuring the technical integrity and completeness of deliverables.

Managing customer interfaces and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

Leveraging Digital Transformation tools to enhance development processes.

Please note:

This position is located in Owego, NY.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD government clearance at the Secret level.

Who We Are

At Lockheed Martin, we are driven by a passion for innovation, integrity, and excellence. We believe in applying the highest business ethics to everything we do. Our culture promotes work-life balance, encourages creative thinking, and fosters a spirit of collaboration. Whether you’re designing systems that help protect nations or exploring new ways to apply technology, we support each other in every step of the journey.

Who You Are

You are an experienced engineer with a passion for technology and a proven ability to deliver results. You have hands-on experience in hardware design and system engineering, particularly with advanced processing systems. You thrive in an environment where you manage multiple tasks and responsibilities and are able to communicate effectively with internal teams and customers alike. With your strong organizational skills and problem-solving mindset, you are ready to take on the challenge of advancing our mission systems.

Why Join Us

Lockheed Martin offers an environment where innovation thrives, and your contributions make a real impact. Working at Lockheed Martin means joining a company committed to innovation, quality, and integrity. You’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in a supportive and rewarding environment, all while working on projects that help shape a better tomorrow.

Additionally, you’ll enjoy a hybrid telework option, allowing you to balance your work and personal life, while collaborating with talented professionals across the company.

Location
Owego, NY – Voted the 'coolest small town in America,' Owego offers a laid-back, casual vibe surrounded by the beautiful Catskill Mountains, making it a great place to live and work.

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Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Computer, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2 years or more of professional experience; or 1 year of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
• Experience with designing / developing /
integrating FPGA subsystems.
• Experience with process reviews, audits and
compliance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance to at least the Secret level.
Desired Skills:
• Experience with FPGA design tools (Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, Synopsys Synplify).
• Proficiency with HDL simulators, waveform viewers, and coverage tools.
• Familiarity with hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) test setups and test equipment (e.g., JTAG, logic analyzers).
• Prior involvement in FAA or EASA certification audits.
Experience with version control systems and configuration management.
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
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 $82,900 - $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.
(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 $95,300 - $165,255. 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.
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: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Hardware Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First