Lockheed Martin
RF Engineer, Senior (Level III) - Top Secret clearance
Lockheed Martin, Littleton, Colorado, us, 80161
Description:
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. At Lockheed Martin Space, 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. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a
Senior RF Engineer
to join our team in
Littleton, CO ! By joining the Lockheed Martin Space Radio Frequency (RF) Talent Center (RFTC) team, you will contribute our mission supporting challenging programs related to Space Vehicles, Hypersonics, Human Space Flight and Interplanetary Missions, Missile Defense, and more. In this RF engineering role within LM Space, you will: Support Global Security portfolios by conducting payload analysis and initialization on advanced RF payloads. Lead efforts in systems engineering, analysis, calibration, and verification across the product lifecycle— from capture to design, production, and operationalization. Tackle complex RF challenges, demonstrating a deep understanding of your payload and mission to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate closely with leaders and Subject Matter Experts to manage payload risks, opportunities, and related studies. Work with customers to ensure the success of payload products and milestones. Successful applicants will have experience working as a Certified Principle Engineer (CPE), Responsible Systems Engineer (RSE), or equivalent. Basic Qualifications: Experience with RF space electronics and hardware design (RF payloads and subsystems) Proficiency in RF systems integration and test (i.e. test plan development, RF performance testing, environmental testing) Experience in the design, development, and integration of space-rated flight hardware (i.e. RF components such as antennas, receivers, transmitters, etc.) Security Clearance / Work Authorization: To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to be a U.S. Citizen. Prior to starting employment, selected candidates will be required to possess Top Secret clearance. For this position, applicants must possess a currently Active Top Secret security clearance to be considered. Selected candidates will be required to obtain, and maintain, Top Secret with adjudicated SCI Eligibility (i.e. TS/SCI) for long term employment on this program Desired Skills: Proven ability to execute major milestone reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) Experience leading small technical teams across design lifecycle to produce artifacts to meet technical specifications Experience with successful execution of RF payload/subsystem test plans Experience with requirements verification, test plan development, component integration, RF performance testing Experience working with subcontracts Team player with the demonstrated ability to participate in cross functional teams and communicate and coordinate work as one team with common goals Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, suppliers, management, and peers Ability to develop and analyze technical requirements, performing trade studies, and allocating functions down to RF payloads, subsystems and/or components Experience defining end-to-end performance and functionality of RF payloads and/or subsystems, consistent with mission needs and CONOPS Experience analyzing and verifying technical requirements/functions for engineering systems Excellent problem solving and Troubleshooting skills Experience reviewing supplier/factory data results to show compliance to RF engineering requirements Proficiency with the development of specifications and interface definitions for digitally processed RF payloads Experience with defining external interfaces for antennas, active/passive RF components, receivers/transmitters, and digital processors Experience with certifying and selling off an RF payload or subsystem to the customer Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level:
TS/SCI w/Poly Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest:
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to Work Remotely:
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this Position:
9x80 every other Friday off Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $97,100 - $171,235. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered:
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.
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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. At Lockheed Martin Space, 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. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a
Senior RF Engineer
to join our team in
Littleton, CO ! By joining the Lockheed Martin Space Radio Frequency (RF) Talent Center (RFTC) team, you will contribute our mission supporting challenging programs related to Space Vehicles, Hypersonics, Human Space Flight and Interplanetary Missions, Missile Defense, and more. In this RF engineering role within LM Space, you will: Support Global Security portfolios by conducting payload analysis and initialization on advanced RF payloads. Lead efforts in systems engineering, analysis, calibration, and verification across the product lifecycle— from capture to design, production, and operationalization. Tackle complex RF challenges, demonstrating a deep understanding of your payload and mission to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate closely with leaders and Subject Matter Experts to manage payload risks, opportunities, and related studies. Work with customers to ensure the success of payload products and milestones. Successful applicants will have experience working as a Certified Principle Engineer (CPE), Responsible Systems Engineer (RSE), or equivalent. Basic Qualifications: Experience with RF space electronics and hardware design (RF payloads and subsystems) Proficiency in RF systems integration and test (i.e. test plan development, RF performance testing, environmental testing) Experience in the design, development, and integration of space-rated flight hardware (i.e. RF components such as antennas, receivers, transmitters, etc.) Security Clearance / Work Authorization: To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to be a U.S. Citizen. Prior to starting employment, selected candidates will be required to possess Top Secret clearance. For this position, applicants must possess a currently Active Top Secret security clearance to be considered. Selected candidates will be required to obtain, and maintain, Top Secret with adjudicated SCI Eligibility (i.e. TS/SCI) for long term employment on this program Desired Skills: Proven ability to execute major milestone reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) Experience leading small technical teams across design lifecycle to produce artifacts to meet technical specifications Experience with successful execution of RF payload/subsystem test plans Experience with requirements verification, test plan development, component integration, RF performance testing Experience working with subcontracts Team player with the demonstrated ability to participate in cross functional teams and communicate and coordinate work as one team with common goals Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, suppliers, management, and peers Ability to develop and analyze technical requirements, performing trade studies, and allocating functions down to RF payloads, subsystems and/or components Experience defining end-to-end performance and functionality of RF payloads and/or subsystems, consistent with mission needs and CONOPS Experience analyzing and verifying technical requirements/functions for engineering systems Excellent problem solving and Troubleshooting skills Experience reviewing supplier/factory data results to show compliance to RF engineering requirements Proficiency with the development of specifications and interface definitions for digitally processed RF payloads Experience with defining external interfaces for antennas, active/passive RF components, receivers/transmitters, and digital processors Experience with certifying and selling off an RF payload or subsystem to the customer Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level:
TS/SCI w/Poly Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest:
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to Work Remotely:
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this Position:
9x80 every other Friday off Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $97,100 - $171,235. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered:
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.
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