Circuit Design Engineer (Level 1)

Lockheed Martin; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Responsible Product Engineer/Certified Principal Engineer to oversee the development of a sophisticated digital electronics system in a world-class Integrated Product Development environment. The role emphasizes technical leadership, FPGA/ASIC design, embedded software, and systems engineering, with DoD clearance requirements and US citizenship.

Telework is not supported; candidate will work in-office on a flexible 9x80 schedule near the

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; US Citizenship required.
• Experience in electrical, electronics and/or software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development cycle of a digital electronics system.
• Lead technical teams to ensure product meets customer specifications.
• Apply leadership principles to ensure successful delivery and customer satisfaction.

Skills

FPGA design

ASIC design

Embedded software

Systems engineering

Requirements management

Customer interaction

AI prompting

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master's or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Verilog/VHDL

Job description

Standard Job Description

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

Standard Job Description

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future‑ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Please join us as a Responsible Product Engineer/Certified Principal Engineer, where you will work on the development of a sophisticated state-of-the-art avionics product in a world class Integrated Product Development environment. This position does not support teleworking; the selected candidate will be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility in: Sunnyvale, CA and be expected to work a flexible 9x80 schedule in the office full‑time.

What does this role look like?

• The Digital and Analog Talent Center is looking for an experienced Responsible Engineer/Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) to oversee development cycle of a digital electronics systems.
• This role is a critical one that will build your skills and knowledge in technical disciplines required to design and realize a complex digital product.
• At the same time, you will leverage technical leadership principles to ensure that your team is successful in ensuring that the delivered product meets all customer specifications and meets or exceeds the needs of our customers.

Key Activities You Will Accomplish In This Role

• Digital products include digital processing, software defined radio, command & data handling, controls & avionics, and any other digital systems that are utilized on Lockheed Martin space or missile systems.
• The critical skills utilized in this role will include experience in FPGA and/or ASIC design, Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) design, Embedded Software, FPGA Gateware, Systems Engineering/Requirements Management, Systems Integration & Test, Guidance Navigation & Control, and Electrical Engineering.

To Be Effective In This Role, You Will Need

• Experience interacting with peers, management and government customers.
• Proficiency in presentations and in written communications.
• While no clearance is needed to start in this position, you will need to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required.

The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:

Designs and develops circuits used in electronic devices. Responsible for layout and mask design, device evaluation and characterization, test box design, prototype construction and checkout, and determination of wafer fabrication processes. Prepares test methods and specifications; analyzes equipment to establish operating data and conducts experimental tests; provides finished device approval; and prepares customer application information.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or higher from an accredited college in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Electrical, electronics and/or software background.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required.

Desired Skills

• Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $83700.00 - $155500.00

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.