RF Engineer

RF Engineer

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The GG RF Engineer is a critical role responsible for designing, installing, and testing RF systems, with a focus on SATCOM components and devices operating in various frequency bands, including but not limited to S-band, C-band, X-band, Ku-band, and Ka-band. The successful candidate will be working on complex RF system design, installation, and test, and will be required to travel up to 15% worldwide.

The RF Design Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our RF systems, from design to deployment, and will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure systems meet user requirements.

• Design, install, and test RF systems, including SATCOM components and devices, utilizing knowledge of RF principles and system design
• Conduct site surveys, climb antennas, and rack hardware as required, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations

• Utilize RF test equipment such as Keyband PNA-X, Fieldfox, Spec-A, Sig-Gen, and O-Scopes to test and measure RF system performance, including spectral analysis, modulation analysis, and bit error rate (BER) testing
• Measure and analyze S-parameters, P1dB, TOI, NF, Phase Noise, and Group Delay, with consideration for the impact of non-linear effects, such as intermodulation distortion and spectral growth
• Familiarity with signal processing techniques, including filtering, amplification, and frequency conversion, as applied to SATCOM signal chains

• Create system drawings and documentation using AutoCAD or Visio, including block diagrams, schematics, and layout drawings
• Understand and apply link budget analysis, antenna patterns, and G/T measurements, with consideration for the effects of noise, interference, and multipath on system performance

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including system architects, and project managers, to ensure systems meet user requirements and are delivered on schedule

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Ability to carry equipment, climb antennas, and rack hardware
• Knowledgeable of RF design, installation, and test, with a focus on SATCOM systems
• Travel up to 25% worldwide

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar field
• RF test experience with Keysight PNA-X and Fieldfox, including familiarity with RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers
• Familiarity with RF system design, including SATCOM components and devices, such as amplifiers, filters, and antennas
• Experience with AutoCAD or Visio for system drawings and documentation
• Understanding of antenna analysis, including G/T measurements, STK, antenna patterns, and link budget, with consideration for the effects of antenna pointing errors and polarization mismatch
• Experience with power systems engineering, including power amplifiers, power supplies, and thermal management (Power/Space/Cooling)
• Coding skills in Python or VBA for interaction and commanding RF components, including experience with APIs and scripting languages

Security clearance required to start, CCA acceptable and will be considered. Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly SP.

Part-time Remote Telework:
The employee selected for this position will work part of the work schedule remotely and part of the work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

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