RF Engineer

Overview

Description: WHO WE ARE – Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

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. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

The Lockheed Martin Space Mission Processing team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated RF Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance to join our development team in Littleton, CO.

As member of the RF team, you will design, develop, test, and deploy a major hardware system including antennas, software defined radios, and related RF connections as part of a first-of-its kind antenna system. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative, forward-leaning programs while working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

• Designing, developing, documenting, testing RF circuits and systems, including amplifiers, filters, and antennas
• Performing hands-on testing and troubleshooting of RF systems using a range of equipment including spectrum analyzers to measure and analyze RF signals, signal generators to generate RF signals for testing, oscilloscopes to measure and analyze RF waveforms, and network analyzers to measure and analyze RF network parameters
• Assisting in 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 components
• Working with 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

This is an MID-SR CAREER (level
4) ROLE where candidates typically require 5 years of professional experience and a BS degree.

Selected candidate must have an active TS/SCI security clearance for consideration.

This position is contingent upon the program award expected in Q1,2026.

• Opportunity for Impact:
  Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.
• Professional Development:
  Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.
• Collaborative Culture:
  Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.
• Competitive Benefits:
  Lockheed Martin employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Work/life balance
  • Career development
  • Mentorship opportunities
  • Rewards & recognition

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more.

• 5+ years of related experience working on RF-related development projects
• Ability to interact with peer-developers to facilitate interoperability with other subsystems
• Advanced knowledge of RF circuit design, including amplifiers, filters, and components
• Advanced experience with RF test and measurement equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, Vector Network Analyzers, oscilloscopes, RF power meters, etc.
• Experience with Microsoft software products including Visio
• Experience with CAD software suites such as AutoCAD
• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required for consideration

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or higher) in Aerospace Engineering,…