RF Engineer, Senior - Dallas, TX Security Clearance

Position: RF Engineer, Senior - Dallas, TX with Security Clearance
Job Number 728198

Description:

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to join our growing engineering team. MFC is a recognized designer, developer, and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries.

This role offers an excellent working environment with a mix of cutting-edge design, hands-on laboratory testing, and product development. You will work with and learn from industry-leading RF and microwave design professionals in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. What You Will Be Doing The Senior RF Engineer will serve as a key technical contributor on one or more defense programs, supporting the design, development, analysis, and test of advanced RF systems and subsystems.

Responsibilities may include:
• Leading and contributing to the design, development, and implementation of RF and RADAR systems, including signal processing algorithm development and high-fidelity simulation environments
• Conducting RF simulation analysis, antenna test data analysis, and captive flight test performance data analysis to evaluate sensor and system performance
• Developing and optimizing signal processing algorithms for RF applications such as RADAR, wireless communications, and software defined radios (SDR)
• Using MATLAB, Python, and C++ for tool development, scripting, simulation, data analysis, and code review
• Performing RF requirements analyses, executing trade studies, and providing data-driven recommendations during design reviews
• Collaborating with cross-functional and multi-company teams, interfacing with suppliers, partners, and customers to balance competing priorities
• Developing and maintaining technical documentation, analysis packages, validation reports, and lessons-learned documentation
• Managing version-controlled repositories (e.g., Git Lab), creating merge requests, and documenting changes
• Preparing status briefs for program leadership and partner contractors, highlighting analysis findings and risk items This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced RF and microwave design professionals and gain exposure to cutting-edge defense technology. Strong career growth and advancement opportunities are available. Candidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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:
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Basic Qualifications:

• 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
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas:

- RF or microwave circuit design, test, and troubleshooting at the CCA level - RF simulation at the system level (e.g., System Vue, AWR VSS), circuit level (e.g., ADS, Microwave Office), and/or full-wave level (e.g., CST, HFSS) - RF sensor data analysis, signal processing, or RADAR systems engineering - Digital signal processing (DSP) techniques for RF applications (RADAR, wireless communications, SDR) - EMI/EMC requirements development, E3 control plans, and MIL-STD-461/464 test execution Must have experience with the following:
• Proficiency in MATLAB (tool development, scripting, simulation, and analysis)
• Understanding of antenna theory, RF front-end architectures, signal and digital processing, and sensing modalities
• Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes)
• Must be a US Citizen; must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance Desired

Skills:

• Defense or Aerospace industry experience; previous missile or defense program experience
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering or…