RADAR Signal Processing & Algorithm Engineer, Sr. - Grand Prairie, TX

Lockheed Martin; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 98,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a RADAR Signal Processing & Algorithm Engineer for the Grand Prairie, TX team. You will develop advanced signal processing algorithms for airborne RADAR and create high-fidelity simulation environments, collaborating with senior engineers to design wireless data links and defense RADAR systems.

Qualifications include a Master's in Electrical Engineering (or STEM), strong DSP skills, MATLAB/Simulink proficiency, and US citizenship with the ability to obtain a Secret

Qualifications

• Masters in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
• Strong DSP techniques for RF applications (RADAR, wireless).
• Experience modeling signal processing in MATLAB/Simulink.
• Familiarity with wireless channel propagation (path loss, multipath).
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink for algorithm prototyping.
• Hardware prototyping using SDRs/RADARs (desirable).
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop signal processing algorithms for RF applications (RADAR, wireless).
• Model and simulate algorithms in MATLAB/Simulink; validate with simulations.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to develop wireless data links and RADAR systems for defense applications.

Skills

DSP techniques

RF signal processing

MATLAB/Simulink

US Citizenship

Secret clearance

Mathematics

C/C++ knowledge

Education

MS in Electrical Engineering or STEM degree

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Ettus USRP hardware

FPGA/PL tools (HDL Coder/System Generator)

Job description

Standard Job Description

Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas.

Standard Job Description

Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas.

We are experiencing growth and we are looking for a RADAR Signal Processing & Algorithm Engineer.

You will be the RADAR Signal Processing Engineer for Lockheed Martin's team in Grand Prairie, TX. Our team is at the forefront of Airborne RADAR management, and you will play a key role in developing advanced signal processing algorithms and creating high-fidelity simulation environments.

What You Will Be Doing

The ideal candidate holds a PhD or MS in Electrical Engineering and has experience designing signal processing algorithms for RF applications such as RADAR and wireless communications. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the wireless channel and propagation effects including path loss and multi-path propagation.

Experience modeling signal processing algorithms in MATLAB or Simulink is also required.

Hardware prototyping of signal processing algorithms using software defined radios or RADARs such as the Ettus USRP is also desired but not required.

The candidate will be working with senior engineers to design wireless communications datalinks and RADAR systems for defense applications.

RF and digital hardware design principles will also be learned in the co-development of signal processing algorithms deployed on datalink and RADAR hardware.

The candidate must be a US Citizen and have a Secret security clearance with 5 year update OR possess the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Why Join Us

We're looking for a talented and passionate RADAR Signal Processing Engineer to join our team. As an ideal candidate, you have expertise in RF systems engineering and are excited about pushing the boundaries of RADAR technology.

You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in RF systems engineering.

We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work on complex and challenging projects.

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

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.

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Basic Qualifications

• Masters in Electrical Engineering or other STEM degree.
• Thorough understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) techniques for RF applications such as RADAR, wireless communications, and software defined radios (SDR)
• Understanding of wireless channel propagation effects including path loss & multi-path fading
• Strong mathematics skills in complex arithmetic, linear algebra, and probability & statistics
• Proficient in modeling signal processing algorithms in MATLAB & Simulink
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• The candidate must be a US Citizen and can obtain
• a Secret Security Clearance

Desired Skills

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or other STEM degree.
• Active Secret clearance
• Hardware prototyping experience of RF signal processing algorithms using software defined radios or RADARs such as the Ettus USRP
• Experience developing real-time signal processing algorithms in programmable logic (PL) using any of the following tools
  • Simulink & Model Composer
  • Simulink & System Generator
  • Simulink & HDL Coder
• Understanding of RFSoC architectures and targeting embedded systems
• Understanding of fixed point data types
• Understanding of RF circuit design and impairments
• Other embedded software design experience for real-time processing and software architecture
• Git/Gitlab or other version control tools
• Experience using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and data analysis
• Microsoft tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Scripting languages such as MATLAB, Python, or Julia
• Understanding of C/C++

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $98100.00 - $182100.00

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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.