RF Engineer - Level 4

You will be the RF Engineer Staff for the F35 System Integration Labs (SIL) F-35 Emitter Development (EMDEV) team which is responsible for ensuring the lab has the capabilities to allow testing of operational flight programs on multiple sensors.

As the RF Engineer Staff you will be responsible for developing EW emitter definitions and waveforms, creating realistic EW simulations, and supporting lab integration and testing to achieve verification milestones.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop electronic warfare emitter definitions and waveforms for the EW Stimulator.
• Provide technical assistance for system requirements, design, integration, and validation.
• Engage with simulation software, hardware development, and subsystem procurement teams.
• Perform verification and validation activities on the EW Stimulator with radar systems.
• Create software tools and support mission‑system testing as needed.

We offer flexible scheduling options and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support work‑life balance and overall well‑being.

You are a collaborative RF specialist with deep expertise in electronic‑warfare simulations and a proven ability to translate intelligence data into realistic test environments. Your technical rigor and proactive approach empower the lab to deliver high‑quality testing outcomes.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

• Experience with Radar and/or Electronic Warfare Systems (EW).
• Background and experience with RF simulations across a suite of various EWS systems.

• Experience in performing one or more of the following: system requirements development, system test development, system integration and/or verification.
• Experience with Radar and/or Electronic Warfare Systems (EW).
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited college or university OR 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Previous ELINT/SIGINT experience (military or civilian) highly desired.
• Experience with Python programming and ability to create software tools.
• Experience in performing systems integration of the Direct Inject RF stimulators and/or verification (CEESIM, A2
  
  PATS, NEWEG, etc.).
• Experience with aircraft avionics sensors including Radar or electronic warfare, electronic attack, electronic protection (EW/EA/EP).
• Knowledge of F-35 Mission System Architecture.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills, knowledge and use of test equipment (RF Spectrum and Network Analyzers, Function/Signal Generators, etc.).
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, JIRA, PC/Linux, etc.).
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail and self‑motivation.

This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret.

Onsite full‑time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Schedule for this Position: 4×10 hour day, 3 days off per week. Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility.

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