Lockheed Martin · 2 months ago
FPGA Design Engineer Sr. Staff - Orlando, FL
Orlando, FL
Part-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/StaffLockheed Martin is seeking a talented FPGA Design Engineer to join their team, responsible for designing, developing, and implementing RF solutions using Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). The role involves leading the digital hardware definition and implementation of complex FPGA-based systems while collaborating with various teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of digital systems for RF sensor applications using FPGAs
Define FPGA functionality, select and size FPGA devices, and determine communication protocols to meet system throughput requirements
Design, simulate, and implement FPGA code using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog
Integrate complex IP cores and MathWorks HDL Coder outputs into FPGA designs
Work through timing closure issues, especially in systems involving dense IP and algorithmic outputs
Perform bit-precise formal verification of Simulink models
Collaborate with the systems team to translate high-level algorithms into Simulink blocks and hardware implementations
Utilize Synopsys VCS or equivalent FPGA simulation tools to verify designs
Implement high-speed data interfaces such as Ethernet within FPGA architectures
Apply advanced DSP concepts to implement efficient hardware-based filtering and processing
Architect and evaluate digital systems for RF sensors, including protocols, interconnects, and performance metrics
Stay current with emerging FPGA and RF technologies to guide innovation and future system architectures
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers
Communicate technical information clearly across teams and disciplines
Qualification
Required
Lead the design and development of digital systems for RF sensor applications using FPGAs
Define FPGA functionality, select and size FPGA devices, and determine communication protocols to meet system throughput requirements
Design, simulate, and implement FPGA code using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog
Integrate complex IP cores and MathWorks HDL Coder outputs into FPGA designs
Work through timing closure issues, especially in systems involving dense IP and algorithmic outputs
Perform bit-precise formal verification of Simulink models
Collaborate with the systems team to translate high-level algorithms into Simulink blocks and hardware implementations
Utilize Synopsys VCS or equivalent FPGA simulation tools to verify designs
Implement high-speed data interfaces such as Ethernet within FPGA architectures
Apply advanced DSP concepts to implement efficient hardware-based filtering and processing
Architect and evaluate digital systems for RF sensors, including protocols, interconnects, and performance metrics
Stay current with emerging FPGA and RF technologies to guide innovation and future system architectures
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers
Communicate technical information clearly across teams and disciplines
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access
The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance
Preferred
Ability to define system architectures for RF sensors including FPGA functional design, Inter-FPGA communication protocols, selection of cables, connectors, and interfaces
Demonstrated experience evaluating new and existing technologies for RF systems innovation
Prior experience working on defense or aerospace RF sensor systems
Familiarity with model-based design and workflow optimization in Simulink
Experience with system-level trade studies and performance modeling
Knowledge of hardware-software co-design strategies
Benefits
Flexible work schedules
Comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security
Company
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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