Senior/Principal R&D S&E, Embedded Firmware/FPGA Developer/Engineer, Onsite
Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87101, USA
Listed on 2026-02-24
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Software Engineer
About Sandia
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting‑edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:
- Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
- Extraordinary co‑workers
- Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
- Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten‑hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part‑time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
- Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*
World‑changing technologies. Life‑changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov
* These benefits vary by job classification.
What Your Job Will Be LikeWe are seeking a R&D S&E, Electrical Engineering
Are you ready to join a dynamic team that tackles significant challenges for our nation's security? If you are passionate about RF and Electronics systems that advance nuclear deterrence and warfighter dominance, we invite you to explore this opportunity to make a meaningful impact!
Radar ISR Analysis & Apps organization is seeking a motivated and energetic electrical engineer to join our Firmware team! The successful candidate will engage in complex multi‑disciplinary designs that focus on command and control, communications, and data processing for scientific and national defense applications. This role is pivotal in contributing to the development of state‑of‑the‑art embedded platforms.
Key Responsibilities- Collaborate with a team of engineers to design, develop, and implement FPGA and firmware solutions tailored for advanced applications in national defense.
- Engage in the design and development of embedded systems, ensuring they meet rigorous performance and timing standards.
- Conduct real‑time data processing to support critical mission objectives, leveraging advanced algorithms and processing techniques.
- Participate in the architecture and development of large‑scale systems, contributing to the overall design and integration of complex systems.
- Develop, implement, and validate algorithms that enhance system capabilities and performance.
- Apply verification and validation techniques to ensure the integrity and functionality of developed systems and components.
- Attend technical direction meetings to align project goals and strategies with team objectives.
- Develop code and test benches, ensuring thorough testing and simulation of firmware and software components.
- Support leads in various project tasks, contributing to the successful execution of team objectives.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment, sharing knowledge and skills to enhance team performance and mission success.
Join us in this exciting opportunity to work alongside world‑class authorities and emerging leaders, where your desire to learn and develop your skills will be crucial in accomplishing missions vital to our nation.
Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.
Salary Range$117,500 - $235,700
* Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.
Qualifications We Require- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development.
- Ability to acquire and maintain a DOE-Q level security clearance.
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