RF Engineer Staff

Job ID: 674089BR Date posted: Oct. 29, 2024 Program: CS12-24, buildradars
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING
The AN/TPQ-53 radar system has a long, rich history protecting the U.S. Army for more than a decade. The Q-53 has proven experience detecting mortars, rockets and artillery and is responsible for keeping troops protected, ensuring a safe return home to their families. "

WHO WE ARE
Our most advanced radar systems are designed by our Integrated Warfare System and Solutions (IWSS) team, and we are looking for highly talent individuals, like yourself, with a passion for ground based, ship based, and airborne platform RADAR Technology. We provide rf designs from circuit board components, modules, radars, and radar systems working in a totally integrated environment.

THE WORK
In this role you will:
-Be responsible for research, design and development of RF circuits, including Antennas/Radiating Elements used in Radar Applications operating at UHF, L, S, C and X-Band.
- Work alongside other Senior Engineers and Subject Matter Experts and across various programs to design Receiver/Exciter circuits and subsystems.
- Lead junior RF engineers through mentoring and technical guidance.
- Conduct trade studies, perform dynamic analyses, interface with vendors, test transmitter, power, and analog circuitry.
- Provide leadership experience with RF engineers and engineers of other disciplines including mechanical, systems, and software.
-Develop technical solutions to complex problems, support failure analysis, Material Review Board processing, discrepancy documentation, resolution, and troubleshooting.

WHO YOU ARE
We are seeking individuals who possess expertise in:
-Architecting and designing Radio Frequency systems and circuitry used in high frequency and microwave applications, including receivers, transmitters, antennas, and frequency synthesizers.

-Hardware layouts, component evaluation, prototype construction, and test.

-Preparing test methods and specifications.

-Providing inputs to Product Development for formal documentation and supporting manufacturing during the deliverable assembly and test phase.

-Identifying and tracking RF technical performance measurements (TPMs).

WHY JOIN US
"We may not know what's going to change the world next, but chances are we're already working on it, and you can, too. As part of our culture of innovation, you’ll have outstanding benefits and amenities, an inclusive work environment, ongoing career development and support, rewards and recognition to honor your hard work, and more.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin's Comprehensive benefits package here! "

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Basic Qualifications:
- Knowledge of different types of antennas/radiating elements
- Experienced with RF analysis tools
- Knowledge of RF Circuit design and analysis.
- Experience with Lab Equipment including oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Digital Volt Meters, Vector Network Analyzers, etc.
- Ability to obtain and hold a DOD Security clearance.
Desired Skills:
Individual is considered an emerging subject matter expert in RF design.
Experience with 3D full wave simulation tools such as HFSS and/or CST Microwave Studio.
Thorough understanding of electromagnetics, wave propagation and RF system design.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, written/verbal skills.
Experience in creating proposals, cost estimates. and schedules.

Able to work effectively as a leader in a diverse team environment.
Demonstrated ability to act independently and as an emerging subject matter expert.
Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrated team leadership skills.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: 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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, Washington or Washington DC is $114,100 - $218,600. 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.
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $131,200 - $247,300. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: RF Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First