RF Hardware Engineer Staff

Lockheed Martin; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 118,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems in Fort Meade, MD, seeks an experienced GG RF Hardware Engineer to design, install, and test RF/SATCOM hardware across multiple bands. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, conduct site surveys, and travel globally up to 15% to support installations and maintenance.

The role requires a strong background in RF design and test, hands‑on proficiency with measurement equipment, and a proven ability to produce technical documentation and safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 7+ years in RF hardware.
• Hands‑on proficiency with RF test equipment and measurement parameters.
• Ability to develop maintenance schedules and safety‑rule docs.
• Strong written and verbal skills for technical reports and briefings.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and test RF/SATCOM hardware across C‑, X‑, Ku‑, Ka‑, Q/V‑bands.
• Conduct site surveys, climb antennas, rack hardware, and align systems.
• Perform preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance; troubleshoot on‑site issues.
• Generate AutoCAD/Visio drawings and engineering packages; prepare test reports.
• Collaborate with system architects, PMs, and test sites; travel as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Ability to carry equipment

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (desired)

Tools

Keysight PNA‑X

FieldFox

Spec‑A

RF signal generators

Oscilloscopes

BER testers

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

Standard Job Description

WHAT WE’R 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.

THEWORK

Requirements

The GG RF Hardware Engineer is a critical role responsible for designing, installing, and testing RF systems, with a focus on SATCOM components and devices operating in various frequency bands, including but not limited to C-band, X-band, Ku-band, Ka-band, and Q/V-band. The successful candidate will be working on complex RF system design, installation, and test, and will be required to travel up to 15% worldwide. The RF Design Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our RF systems, from design to deployment, and will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure systems meet user requirements. The following are the primary functions of the position:

• RF Design and Design, install, and test RF/SATCOM hardware (C‑, X‑, Ku‑, Ka‑, Q/V‑band) while accounting for atmospheric attenuation, ionospheric scintillation, rain‑fade, and polarization‑mismatch effects.
• Conduct site surveys, climb antennas, rack and align hardware, and operate earth‑terminal control consoles to establish and maintain wide‑band and satellite communication links.
• Perform preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance; troubleshoot on‑the‑spot malfunctions; apply anti‑jamming techniques and enforce safety/maintenance procedures.
• Use Keysight PNA‑X, FieldFox, Spec‑A, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and BER testers to measure S‑parameters, P1dB, TOI, NF, phase‑noise, group‑delay, and perform non‑linear analysis (IMD, spectral regrowth).
• Produce AutoCAD/Visio drawings, block diagrams, schematics, and technical design packages;
• Prepare engineering plans, as‑built documentation, test reports, and maintenance records; coordinate with cross‑functional teams (system architects, PMs, test sites).
• Travel up‑to15% worldwide to support installations, testing, and maintenance in remote or austere environments.

Who We Are

The program performs the analysis, design, development, integration, test and deployment, securing, modernization, and operations and maintenance (O&M) and decommissioning activities of RF and optical capabilities.

Why Join Us

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

We support our employees, so they can support our mission.

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Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education, with seven (7) years or more of professional experience. An additional five (5) years of experience can be substituted for a degree.
• Hands‑on proficiency with Keysight PNA‑X, FieldFox, Spec‑A, RF signal generators, spectrum/network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and BER testers.
• Experience developing preventive‑maintenance schedules, conducting equipment inspections, and authoring safety‑rule documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of producing technical reports, engineering plans, and briefing packages for multi‑service audiences.
• Proven problem‑solving record: troubleshooting complex RF hardware, analyzing data printouts, implementing corrective actions that improve performance and maintainability.
• Leadership/mentoring ability: lead inspection teams, supervise maintenance activities, and train site personnel.
• Ability to carry equipment, climb antennas, and rack hardware.
• Knowledgeable of RF design, installation, and test, with a focus on SATCOM systems.
• Travel up to 15% worldwide.

Desired Skills

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar field.
• Hands‑on proficiency with Keysight PNA‑X, FieldFox, Spec‑A, RF signal generators, spectrum/network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and BER testers.
• Expertise in AutoCAD, Visio (or equivalent) for creating schematics, block diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Strong ability to perform antenna‑pattern, G/T, and link‑budget analyses that incorporate rain‑fade, pointing‑error, and polarization‑mismatch considerations.
• Knowledge of RF distribution, RF Switching, low power amplifiers, power supplies, and BITE solutions.
• Programming/scripting skills in Python or VBA for instrument control, data acquisition, and API integration (e.g., automating PNA‑X measurements).
• Experience developing preventive‑maintenance schedules, conducting equipment inspections, and authoring safety‑rule documentation; familiar with Air Force, Army, Navy, and joint maintenance management procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of producing technical reports, engineering plans, and briefing packages for multi‑service audiences.
• Proven problem‑solving record: troubleshooting complex RF hardware, analyzing data printouts, and implementing corrective actions that improve performance and maintainability.
• Leadership/mentoring ability: lead inspection teams, supervise maintenance activities, and train site personnel.
• Commitment to continuous learning; staying current with emerging SATCOM technologies, standards, and communication techniques (ie. 5G, frequency reuse, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience in troubleshooting complex RF systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement, with a focus on staying current with emerging trends and technologies in SATCOM.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00

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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.