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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior FPGADeveloper - **Company:** Lockheed Martin - **Location:** Severn, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $122,900.0 - $216,660.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, User Authentication, Big Data, Computer Engineering, Programming Tools, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Description Language, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, MISRA C (C Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Simulink, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Vivado, Data Processing, Model-Driven Development, Fpga Hardware, Bare Metal, U-Boot, Data Pipelines - **Published:** July 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobmonkeyjobs.com/career/27853314/Senior-Fpgadeveloper-Maryland-Severn-1301 ## About the Role * Associates or Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, FPGA Development Engineering, or a closely related field. *Hands on FPGA&Embedded Software experience in High Speed Radar & Communications Data Processing. *Demonstrated development of embedded firmware/RTOS for real time DSP. * HDL & HLS Knowledge: Strong RTL coding (Verilog, VHDL) and proficiency with development tools like Vivado, LatticeDiamond, Libero, plus VitisHLS or equivalent. * Excellent written and verbal communication, strong problem solving mindset, and ability to work cross functionally with RF, mechanical, firmware, and test teams. * Ability to obtain & maintain an active TS/SCI clearance. Desired Skills: * M.S. or Ph.D. Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or STEM related curriculum. * 15+years of hands on FPGA&Embedded Software experience in High Speed Radar & Communications Data Processing. * Emerging FPGA Technologies: o RFSoC / Integrated RF Data Converters - designing tightly coupled RF front ends and processing pipelines. o 3 D Stacked or Heterogeneous FPGAs - leveraging silicon interposer or multi die packages for ultra-high bandwidth. o High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) Integration - managing large data sets in system. o Secure Boot & Silicon Level Security - implementing authentication, bit stream encryption, and anti-tamper mechanisms. o Model Based Design & Hardware in the Loop (HIL) - using Simulink, LabVIEW, or Python based co-simulation to verify system behavior early. Testing Experience: Hands on with high speed test equipment (BERT, high bandwidth oscilloscopes, jitter analyzers). * FPGA Platforms: Expertise with Xilinx, Lattice, and Microchipfamilies * Certifications: Xilinx Certified FPGA Engineer, Lattice Certified Designer, Microchip Certified Engineer, or IEEE EE/RF certifications. * Radiation Hardening: Experience with rad hard FPGAs (e.g., XilinxVirtex 5QV, MicrochipRTG 4rad hard) and mitigation techniques (TMR, ECC). * AI/ML Acceleration: Development of FPGA based inference engines for on board data processing. * Embedded Software: Advanced C/C++ development for bare metal or RTOS environments; familiarity with MISRA C or similar safety critical standards. * Security & Compliance: Proven ability to work in a Top Secret environment, handling classified data per DoD/National Security regulations. Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: TS/SCI, Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. ## Description As a Senior FPGADeveloper, you will be dedicated to the design, development, and production of high speed digital back ends that ingest, process, and forward data for aerospace and orbital payloads. This position will focus on: * FPGA architecture * RTL coding * High level synthesis * Firmware/RTOS development * High speed PCB integration * Compliance with aerospace, and security standards. * Mentorship of mid-level and junior FPGA/firmware developers. * The creation of solutions that operate reliably in the space environment-temperature extremes, radiation, vacuum, and vibration. ## Related Videos - [Unleashing the Full Potential of the Arm Architecture – Write Once, Deploy Anywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/940-unleashing-the-full-potential-of-the-arm-architecture-write-once-deploy-anywhere) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology)