RF Engineer, Senior (Level III) - Secret Clearance

Lockheed Martin; King of Prussia (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 97,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative aerospace company is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be pivotal in supporting the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge RF systems for various space missions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in RF hardware design and testing, with a strong understanding of RF performance simulation tools. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking technologies while working alongside industry experts in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about space and technology, this is the perfect chance to make a significant impact in an exciting field.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• Experience in design of active and passive RF hardware.
• Ability to perform cascaded analyses and link budgets.
• Familiarity with RF test software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple phases of RF product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for RF systems.
• Design, test, and troubleshoot RF hardware systems.

Skills

RF performance simulation

PWB/PCB/PWA/CCA design

RF test and troubleshooting

Understanding of RF test equipment

DoD Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in RF Engineering

Tools

ADS

AWR

SystemVue

CST

HFSS

Mentor Graphics Xpedition

Job description

RF Engineer, Senior (Level III) - Secret Clearance

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

Come join the Lockheed Martin Space Radio Frequency (RF) Talent Center (RFTC) team and shape the future!
You can join our mission and contribute to challenging programs in support of Space Vehicles, Hypersonics, Human Space Flight and Interplanetary Missions, Missile Defense, and more.

As an RF Engineer Sr within LM Space, you will perform the following:
• Support multiple phases of RF product lifecycle including design, development, test, and deployment
• Engage with other leaders and Subject Matter Experts to participate in design reviews and provide feedback/input on RF systems and hardware designs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful development and deployment of RF systems and hardware
• Example assignments include Design, test, and troubleshoot RF hardware systems, including prototype and deliverable hardware.

The selected candidate should have educational or professional experience in design of active and passive RF hardware, performing cascaded analyses, link and gain/loss budgets, and using simulation tools to evaluate hardware designs.
Basic Qualifications:
Skill Requirements
• RF performance simulation (ADS, AWR, SystemVue, or equivalent) and Full-Wave simulation experience (CST, HFSS, or equivalent)
• PWB/PCB/PWA/CCA design, drawing generation, and drawing release experience using Mentor Graphics Xpedition
• RF test and trouble shooting experience
• Solid understanding of RF test equipment (Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generator, etc.)
• DoD Secret Clearance

Security Clearance / Work Authorization
• To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected applicant to be a U.S. Citizen
• Active Secret clearance is required for consideration.
• Selected candidates will be required to obtain, and maintain, a Top Secret clearance for continued employment on the program.
Desired Skills:
• Familiarity with RF test software and tools
• Experience with designing RF active and passive electronics
• Experience with RF parts selection and evaluation
• RF prototyping experience
• Ability to design and plan for designs to experience flight environments (vibration, temperature, multipaction, corona)
• RF design experience including knowledge of power amplifiers, microwave integrated circuit design and RF measurement techniques
• Vendor interface experience, including evaluating vendor solutions
• Vendor spec writing and procurement experience
• Ability to attain a DoD Top Secret Clearance
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $97,100 - $171,235. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: RF Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

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