RF AESA Design Engineer, Principal - Andover, MA

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* 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 looking for a highly skilled and experienced RF Development Engineer to join our team in designing & developing Active Electronically Scanned Array  AESA  antennas for various defense and aerospace applications

The successful candidate will have a strong background in active array design, electromagnetics, and radar systems, with a focus on AESA technology

** What You Will Be Doing*
* - Lead the design & development of AESA antennas for various frequency bands and applications

- Conduct electromagnetic simulations and analysis to optimize active antenna performance

- Collaborate with cross functional teams to integrate AESA antennas with radar systems and other subsystems

- Develop antenna control and calibration algorithms

- Participate in the development of system level requirements and specifications for AESA antennas

- Conduct laboratory and field testing to validate antenna performance and troubleshoot issues

- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and test reports

- Mentor and develop internal talent in AESA design & development

** Why Join Us*
* We are committed to supporting your work life balance and overall well being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here

** Further Information About This Opportunity:*
* This position is in Chelmsford  Discover more about our Chelmsford, Massachusetts location

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* Basic Qualifications:

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* - Post Secondary Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math  STEM , prefer BS degree in Electrical Engineering

- Ability to obtain a Secret Security clearance  Must be a US Citizenship required

- 12  years of experience in antenna design & development with a focus on AESA  Active Electronically Scanned Array  technology

- Experience in the development and production of AESA antennas

- Should have knowledge of HPA and down conversion architectures

- Strong understanding of electromagnetics, antenna theory, and radar systems

- Experience with electromagnetic simulation tools, such as HFSS, CST, or FEKO

- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to both technical and non technical stakeholders

** Desired

Skills:

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* - Advanced degree  Master's or Ph D   in Electrical Engineering

- Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance

- Experience with tile based AESA antenna design and development for defense and aerospace applications

- Familiarity with radar system design and integration, including signal processing and control systems

- Experience with programming languages, such as Python, MATLAB, or C  

- Knowledge of antenna measurement and testing techniques, including near field and far field anechoic chamber measurements

- Experience with Antenna Measurement Range Design

** 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:
** 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:
** 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

** Pay Rate:
** The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York  excluding most major metropolitan areas , Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $170,900    $301,415  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…