Description: WHAT WE'RE DOING
Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) is driven by innovation and integrity. By upholding the highest business‑ethics standards and encouraging creative thinking, we deliver advanced solutions that keep our nation safe. We value every employee’s skills, training, and education—and we invite you to experience your future with us.

THE WORKEmbedded Software Engineer – FPGA/CPLD Design

• Develop FPGA/CPLD designs for signal‑processing hardware and equipment using industry‑standard toolsets.
• Perform interface simulations, sensor‑functionality modeling, and system integration.
• Translate military documentation and domain‑expert input into clear, verifiable hardware requirements.
• Design, simulate, and implement system components in C++ and MATLAB.
• Produce thorough design documentation and maintain configuration records.
• Participate in all phases of the product lifecycle (requirements, design, code, test, verification) for one or more programs.
• Work independently while collaborating with software/systems engineers, architects, and project engineering teams.

WHO WE ARE
We are a high‑performing technical community that includes software and systems engineers, architects, and project engineers. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to delivering mission‑critical capabilities to our customers.

WHO YOU ARE

• Technical expertise – Proven experience designing FPGA/CPLD hardware for signal‑processing applications; proficient with simulation tools, C++, and MATLAB.
• Analytical mindset – Able to interpret military specifications and convert them into concrete hardware requirements.
• Self‑starter – Comfortable operating independently, solving complex problems, and delivering results with minimal supervision.
• Collaborative – Skilled at coordinating with cross‑functional teams to integrate hardware and software components.
• Documentation focus – Strong habit of producing clear, accurate design and development records.
• Lifecycle awareness – Familiar with all development phases, from concept through verification and field support.

WHY JOIN US

• Impactful work – Contribute to cutting‑edge defense technology that directly supports the warfighter.

• Professional growth – Work alongside a broad spectrum of engineering talent and gain exposure to multiple programs.

• Innovative environment – Leverage state‑of‑the‑art tools and methodologies in FPGA/CPLD design and system simulation.

• Competitive benefits – Access to comprehensive health, retirement, and education programs that support long‑term success.
  Basic Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent Technical Degree

• Minimum of 2 years of professional level experience

• Experience with DSP (digital signal processing) hardware and real-time software applications using C++ Object Oriented design and programming

• Configuration management and change management experience using tools such as Git, Clear Case, Clear Quest and UCM

• Candidate must be able to obtain & maintain a Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship
  Desired Skills:

• Experience with embedded SW design in C and C++

• Experience with Linux OS/Kernel

• Experience with ARM processor

• Experience with digital electronic equipment such as signal generators, oscillators, power supplies, spectrum analyzers.

• Experience with Uboot

• Experience with Matlab/Python data analysis and visualization

• Experience with CMake and bash build script automation
  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:

Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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
The base range for this position in New Jersey is $75,000 - $142,760.
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. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.
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.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level:

Experienced Professional
Business Unit:

RMS
Relocation Available:

Possible
Career Area:

Electrical Engineering
Type:

Full-Time
Shift:

First