RF Engineer; Level II

Job Description

About Lockheed Martin Space:
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security, and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more – we can innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

We aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future‑ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world, advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation, and reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join the Lockheed Martin Space Radio Frequency (RF) Talent Center (RFTC) team and shape the future. You will contribute to challenging programs in support of Space Vehicles, Hypersonics, Human Space Flight, Interplanetary Missions, Missile Defense, and more.

We are seeking an RF Engineer to join our team in designing, developing, and testing Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) for various aerospace and defense applications.

• Designing and developing RF circuits and systems, including amplifiers, filters, and antennas.
• Performing hands‑on testing and troubleshooting of RF systems using spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers.
• Developing and implementing test procedures and protocols to ensure compliance with requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to integrate RF systems with other EGSE components.
• Designing and developing software‑defined radio (SDR) systems and interfaces, including waveform development and testing.
• Troubleshooting and debugging RF system issues using a range of tools and techniques.

• Knowledge of RF circuit design, including amplifiers, filters, and components.
• Experience with RF test and measurement equipment, such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes.
• Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.

• Experience with Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) systems and applications.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems such as Git.
• Experience with software‑defined radio (SDR) systems and interfaces, including waveform development and testing.
• Experience with phases of product lifecycle (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, and TRR).
• Proficiency with tools such as Agilent ADS, Ansys HFSS, AWR Microwave Office, or similar.
• Certification as Certified Principal Engineer (CPE), Responsible Engineer, or equivalent.
• RF and/or digital payload test measurement techniques.
• Architecture, integration, and test of Electronically Steerable Arrays (ESA), radar systems, RF and/or digital payloads, Telemetry Tracking & Command (TT&C), or missile communications subsystems.
• Development of Analog/Digital interfaces.
• Designing active components such as low‑noise amplifiers (LNAs), hybrids, linearized traveling wave tube amplifiers (LTWTAs), solid‑state power amplifiers (SSPAs), oscillators, frequency converters, etc.
• Experience managing research or design projects.
• EGSE design experience.
• Automation framework experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5–30 days of the requisition posting date for optimal consideration.

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

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 $82,900 – $146,165. (Other state ranges vary by location.)

Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.