RF Calibration Test Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Grand Prairie, TX seeks a Systems Integration & Test Engineer for RF calibration of sensors. Plan, execute, and optimize calibration in anechoic and outdoor ranges; develop automation tools; ensure data quality and traceability throughout the test program.

The role requires a strong RF/microwave background, hands-on measurement experience, and collaboration with design and systems teams to deliver repeatable calibration results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM field.
• 3+ years of related experience in RF testing, antenna measurements, sensor calibration, or RF/microwave engineering.
• Strong knowledge of RF/microwave principles, antenna theory, radar signal processing, and propagation.
• Proficiency with RF test equipment, including vector network analyzers and spectrum analyzers, and familiarity with calibration standards.
• Experience developing test procedures, evaluating RF measurement data, and preparing technical reports.
• Experience using MATLAB, Python, or similar tools for data analysis and test automation.
• Ability to independently resolve complex measurement problems under general direction and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Interim Clearance is needed to start, therefore you must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Translate assigned sensor calibration requirements into test methods, procedures, test configurations, and data quality criteria.
• Plan and coordinate chamber and outdoor range activities, including equipment readiness, reference measurements, and test article configuration.
• Configure and operate vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and associated RF test equipment.
• Develop and execute sensor calibration measurements, characterize test-path effects, and apply approved calibration and correction methods.
• Evaluate repeatability, measurement uncertainty, and environmental or setup influences on calibration results.
• Develop MATLAB, Python, or comparable tools for instrument automation, data reduction, analysis, and visualization.
• Investigate complex discrepancies involving RF hardware, antenna response, signal processing, propagation, and test setup effects.
• Prepare calibration data products and technical reports, document assumptions and limitations, and coordinate review with sensor design and systems engineers.
• Maintain traceability of reference standards, instrument calibration status, as-run configurations, and analysis software versions.

Skills

RF testing experience

RF calibration

Antenna measurements

Test automation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering/Physics or related STEM field

Tools

Vector network analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

MATLAB

Python

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.

We are growing rapidly and seeking to hire a Systems Integration & Test Engineer for our Grand Prairie, TX site.

The RF Calibration Test Engineer will plan and execute developmental calibration testing of RF sensors in anechoic chambers and outdoor test ranges. Under general direction, the engineer will independently develop calibration test methods and procedures, configure RF measurement systems, analyze data, and assess measurement quality. This role applies comprehensive RF/microwave, antenna, propagation, and radar signal processing knowledge to complex calibration issues and collaborates with design and systems teams to produce repeatable, traceable calibration results.

Core Responsibilities

• Translate assigned sensor calibration requirements into test methods, procedures, test configurations, and data quality criteria.
• Plan and coordinate chamber and outdoor range activities, including equipment readiness, reference measurements, and test article configuration.
• Configure and operate vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and associated RF test equipment.
• Develop and execute sensor calibration measurements, characterize test-path effects, and apply approved calibration and correction methods.
• Evaluate repeatability, measurement uncertainty, and environmental or setup influences on calibration results.
• Develop MATLAB, Python, or comparable tools for instrument automation, data reduction, analysis, and visualization.
• Investigate complex discrepancies involving RF hardware, antenna response, signal processing, propagation, and test setup effects.
• Prepare calibration data products and technical reports, document assumptions and limitations, and coordinate review with sensor design and systems engineers.
• Maintain traceability of reference standards, instrument calibration status, as-run configurations, and analysis software versions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• 3+ years of related experience in RF testing, antenna measurements, sensor calibration, or RF/microwave engineering.
• Strong knowledge of RF/microwave principles, antenna theory, radar signal processing, and propagation.
• Proficiency with RF test equipment, including vector network analyzers and spectrum analyzers, and familiarity with calibration standards.
• Experience developing test procedures, evaluating RF measurement data, and preparing technical reports.
• Experience using MATLAB, Python, or similar tools for data analysis and test automation.
• Ability to independently resolve complex measurement problems under general direction and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Interim Clearance is needed to start, therefore you must be a US Citizen.

Desired Skills

• Experience performing RF sensor or antenna calibration in anechoic chambers and outdoor ranges.
• Experience with RF path characterization, amplitude/phase measurements, antenna pattern measurements, and measurement uncertainty analysis.
• Familiarity with reference standards, calibration traceability, and evaluation of chamber or range measurement limitations.
• Experience developing reusable instrument-control software and automated calibration data-processing workflows.
• Experience correlating chamber and outdoor range results and supporting root-cause analysis of inconsistent measurements.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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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.