We are committed to work-life balance by promoting this remote telework option. These job requirements allow the employee to work their entire schedule somewhere other than a Lockheed Martin designated office or job site.
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 experienced 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 lead 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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- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline with approximately nine or more years of relevant experience; master’s degree with approximately seven or more years; or equivalent experience.
- Significant FPGA architecture, RTL design, implementation, integration, and verification experience using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
- Proficiency with AMD/Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, Microchip Libero, or comparable tools.
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and lead work with limited direction.
- Demonstrated technical leadership, collaboration, mentoring, and communication.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain an Interim Secret before starting and maintain a final Secret clearance.
- DO-254 design assurance, traceability, coverage, audits, or certification evidence.
- AMD/Xilinx FPGA/SoC/ACAP, PolarFire/PolarFire SoC, or Intel FPGA experience.
- PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, JESD204, Aurora, SERDES, LVDS, AXI, or source-synchronous interfaces.
- Advanced timing analysis, CDC/RDC, floorplanning, pin/bank validation, and timing closure.
- UVM, constrained-random verification, coverage, regression automation, formal methods, or HIL.
- Python, Tcl, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar automation skills.
- Git, CI/CD, automated builds/regressions, issue tracking, and configuration management.
- FPGA technical-review leadership and multidisciplinary/customer coordination.
- Estimates, schedules, staffing plans, technical risks, and program-leadership status.
- Mentoring, knowledge transfer, reuse, and process-improvement experience.
Pay Information
GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $150800.00 - $280000.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $135700.00 - $251900.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $120600.00 - $224000.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $108600.00 - $201600.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Lufkin, TX; etc.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline with approximately nine or more years of relevant experience; master's degree with approximately seven or more years; or equivalent experience.
- Significant FPGA architecture, RTL design, implementation, integration, and verification experience using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
- Proficiency with AMD/Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, Microchip Libero, or comparable tools.
- Ability to solve complex technical problems and lead work with limited direction.
- Technical leadership, collaboration, mentoring, and communication skills.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance before starting and maintain a final Secret clearance.
- DO-254 design assurance, traceability, coverage, audits, or certification evidence experience.
- Experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA, SoC, or ACAP; PolarFire or Intel FPGA platforms.
- Experience with PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, JESD204, Aurora, SERDES, LVDS, AXI, or source-synchronous interfaces.
- Advanced timing analysis, CDC/RDC, floorplanning, pin/bank validation, and timing closure experience.
- UVM, constrained-random verification, coverage, regression automation, formal methods, or hardware-in-the-loop experience.
- Python, Tcl, MATLAB, C, C++, or similar automation skills.
- Git, CI/CD, automated builds and regressions, issue tracking, and configuration management experience.
- FPGA technical-review leadership and multidisciplinary or customer coordination experience.
- Experience with estimates, schedules, staffing plans, technical risks, and program-leadership status.
- Mentoring, knowledge transfer, reuse, and process-improvement experience.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.
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What We Do
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