Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems; C-UAS): RF Engineer - Dallas, TX

Job Summary

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to join our growing engineering team. The role focuses on designing, prototyping, testing, and rapidly fielding advanced RF and high‑power microwave systems for national and allied defense programs.

• Lead and contribute to the design, development, and implementation of high‑power microwave (HPM) RF‑based systems.
• Conduct RF simulation analysis, antenna test data analysis, and captive flight test performance analysis to evaluate sensor and system performance.
• Perform RF requirements analyses, execute trade studies, and provide data‑driven recommendations during design reviews.
• Carry out rapid testing and troubleshooting to ensure robust design principles around Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E²).
• Define and shape program requirements using E² design guidelines and industry best practices.
• Plan, set up, and execute test events in accordance with MIL‑STD‑461/464, including instrumentation selection and test fixture creation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional and multi‑company teams, interfacing with suppliers, partners, and customers to balance competing priorities.
• Support environmental qualification testing (vibration, shock, thermal, radiation) and analyze results.
• Generate and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, requirements packages, and trade study reports.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related STEM field from an accredited university;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in RF engineering or a related discipline.
• RF design experience with a background in electromagnetic theory, modeling, and practical design support.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • High Power Microwave (HPM) or similar high‑power RF applications.
  • High Voltage Pulsed Power or similar RF applications.
  • RF or microwave circuit design, test, and troubleshooting at the CCA level.
  • Experience developing and designing for Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E²) for HPM applications.
  • Understanding of signal integrity, shielding, and bonding design principles.
• Understanding of antenna theory and RF architectures.
• Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance.
• Candidate may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

• Experience with RF systems including radars, jammers, and high power microwave (HPM).
• Experience designing, developing, or integrating components for UAV/UAS systems.
• Experience with rapid prototyping and spiral development design.
• Experience with vulnerability characterization: effects on military vehicles, fire control systems, missile systems, and munitions, including grounding, bonding, shielding methods, and designs to minimize radiated emissions and susceptibility, HIRF, HERO, and lightning effects, electromagnetic field coupling.
• Experience with compact ranges (anechoic/RF chambers) and RF testing.
• Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes).
• Proficiency in MATLAB (tool development, scripting, simulation, and analysis).
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences and work across multiple functions.
• Proactive problem solver with a detail‑oriented and growth mindset; aptitude for learning on the job.
• Experience with military standards and specifications.
• Experience with design tools Zuken, Creo.
• Experience with configuration management tool Windchill.
• Experience with MFC circuit card design processes and the Design Assurance process.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment to meet an aggressive schedule.
• Self‑starter who can fully engage with other personnel on the program and operate as a player/coach with little to no direct supervision.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Pay Rate:
Annual base salary ranges from $101,000 to $178,135 for California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas) and from $116,200 to $201,365 for major metropolitan areas. Eligible for incentive plan. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.