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Lockheed Martin · 15 hours ago

Staff Embedded Software & SDR Engineer

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Staff Embedded Software & SDR Engineer for their Embedded Systems team, which focuses on designing high-performance microwave modules. The role involves creating end-to-end software solutions for digital/processor subsystems and collaborating with FPGA designers and subject-matter experts to tackle complex challenges.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain embedded C/C++ software that controls microwave circuits, performs message handling, and executes digital‑signal‑processing (DSP) algorithms
Define system architecture for the digital/processor sub‑systems and integrate software with FPGA designs and RF front‑ends
Collaborate with FPGA designers, technical leads, and microwave subject‑matter experts to solve complex size‑weight‑power challenges
Lead software verification activities, including unit testing, hardware‑in‑the‑loop validation, and FPGA‑verification support
Drive R&D initiatives in image processing, machine learning, robotics, and RF manipulation while mentoring junior team members

Qualification

Embedded C/C++ softwareSoftware Defined Radio (SDR)Digital Signal Processing (DSP)FPGA design integrationEmbedded ARM processorsSerial communication protocolsLinuxWindows OSAtlassian JiraLab equipment experienceHardware board bring-upU-Boot bootloader developmentInnovative approach

Required

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
A company‑sponsored interim secret clearance is required to start
5+ years in embedded software development
Develop and maintain embedded C/C++ software that controls microwave circuits, performs message handling, and executes digital‑signal‑processing (DSP) algorithms
Define system architecture for the digital/processor sub‑systems and integrate software with FPGA designs and RF front‑ends
Collaborate with FPGA designers, technical leads, and microwave subject‑matter experts to solve complex size‑weight‑power challenges
Lead software verification activities, including unit testing, hardware‑in‑the‑loop validation, and FPGA‑verification support
Drive R&D initiatives in image processing, machine learning, robotics, and RF manipulation while mentoring junior team members

Preferred

A Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Experience with AMD and Microsemi FPGA's with embedded ARM (SOC) processors and tools
Proficient in Software Defined Radio (SDR) systems, leveraging GNU Radio for designing, simulating, and deploying digital signal processing (DSP) applications
Familiar with serial communication protocols, including I²C, SPI, UART, and RS‑422
Proficient in software development across both Linux and Windows operating systems
Familiar with Atlassian Jira (or comparable tools) for software issue tracking and sprint management
Exhibit a forward‑thinking, innovative approach to research and development
Experience with lab equipment such as power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators and analyzers
Experienced in hardware board bring‑up and U‑Boot bootloader development

Benefits

Flexible 4‑day × 10‑hour schedule
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package

Company

Lockheed Martin

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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.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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