Cyber RF Software Engineer Senior Staff

Lockheed Martin; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin seeks a Cyber RF Software Engineer Senior Staff to lead software teams and drive DSP algorithm development within the Cyber & Intelligence domain. The role emphasizes mentoring, design translation, and delivering robust RF software in an Agile environment.

You will collaborate across systems, ensure software quality, and contribute to documentation and process improvements while advancing national security missions.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Engineering or CS with DSP focus or equivalent
• 4+ years DSP algorithm experience on projects with standard software processes
• 4+ years programming in C++, Linux, Python (or similar) with security clearance guidance

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more software development teams and mentor engineers.
• Translate user requirements into software design and performance specs.
• Develop and integrate DSP and RF software, ensuring code quality and documentation standards

Skills

C++

Linux

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/CS

MS in Engineering/CS + 2 years DSP experience

Tools

GIT

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

Standard Job Description

WHAT WE’RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we’re on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.

By leveraging your expertise in instructional design and technical training, you will play a critical role in enhancing the operational readiness of our Cyber & Intelligence teams and ensuring the success of high‑stakes national security missions.

THE WORK

As a Cyber RF Software Engineer Senior Staff, my typical day is filled with excitement and energy as I tackle a variety of challenges and responsibilities. Each day as a team lead, I oversee one or more software development teams and ensure that our work is excellent and matches or exceeds the outline of the software development process being used on any particular project. I’m passionate about mentoring and guiding my team members, and I enjoy watching them grow and develop their skills.

Usually each day includes consulting and analyzing user requirements and translating that information to build software design and performance requirements. I love digging into complex problems and finding creative solutions, and I’m always looking for ways to improve our software development process.

When I’m not designing and coding new software or modifying existing code to add new features, I’m debugging existing software and correcting defects. I’m meticulous about my work, and I take pride in ensuring that our software is reliable and efficient. I also make recommendations for improving our documentation and software development process standards, because I believe that’s essential to delivering high‑quality products.

I’m also responsible for integrating existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments, which requires a deep understanding of C++, K8, Python 3.0, GIT, and CI/CD pipeline. I’m super familiar with Agile Sprint Development methodologies, and I’ve worked on a range of projects that involve Digital Signal Processing and related RF technologies. (see Basic Qualifications)

WHY JOIN US

In this role you will have the opportunity to shape the future of technical proficiency within the Cyber & Intelligence domain, directly impacting the capabilities of those who protect our national security.

Our benefits are built to match the caliber of your work. Reliable, high performing, and mission ready. You’ll enjoy world class resources, mentorship, continuous learning, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work life balance—all within a culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

Basic Qualifications

Active security clearance with polygraph.

Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with a DSP focus from an accredited institution.

Equivalency:MS in Engineering/CS+2years experience OR4years DSP experience+high school diploma

Minimum 4years of experience developing DSP algorithms on projects that follow established software processes.

Minimum 4years of professional programming experience using C++, Linux, Python (or comparable languages).

Desired Skills

Programming Languages:

• C++ experience
• Python 3.0 experience

DevOps And Cloud Technologies

• Kubernetes (K8) experience
• CI/CD pipeline experience

Version Control And Collaboration

• GIT experience

Software Development Methodologies

• Agile / Sprint Development experience

Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

• Signal Experience: DSP (Digital Signal Processing)
• Short Burst Duration/Hopping DSP detect / processing/MUX Signals

Signal Detection And Processing Techniques

• Energy Detection / Channelization
• DSS (Digital Signal Synthesizer)
• Current US Security Clearance
• RF protocol experience (i.e. Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, LTE, 5G)
• RF Applications experience
• RF Signal Processing experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00

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
• 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.