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As we enter a new era of Strategic Weapon Systems, Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our mission is to design and build solutions to engineering problems, with a culture that inspires employees to envision the impossible, perform with excellence and build incredible products.
Bring your experience and passion for engineering to Lockheed Martin, and build the systems which support our nation's defense systems.
What does this role look like?
Design, model, and analyze space RF systems including Earth Space Antennas (ESAs), phased array antennas, transponders, transmitters, and receivers.
Perform link budget analysis for Earth-to-Space, Space-to-Earth, and inter-satellite communications.
Support RF payload architecture trades, including power, bandwidth, gain, and coverage optimizations.
Develop and verify RF hardware performance using simulation tools (HFSS, ADS, CST, MATLAB) and laboratory/field test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, anechoic chamber measurements).
Collaborate with antenna engineers on the design, test, and integration of reflector and phased-array antennas.
Define and validate requirements to ensure compliance with mission performance, environmental, and radiation constraints.
Document technical results and present findings at internal design reviews and with external customers.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
Knowledge of RF/microwave design principles, including transmission lines, waveguides, impedance matching, and antenna fundamentals.
Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzer, VNA, signal generator, power meter).
Familiarity with satellite communications or space RF payload development.
Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Desired Skills
2+ years of experience in space RF system design, analysis, or test.
Proficiency in RF simulation tools such as HFSS, ADS, CST, MATLAB, or Simulink.
Experience with Earth-Space Antennas (ESAs), phased arrays, reflectors, or electronically steered antennas.
Understanding of communication system design, modulation schemes, coding, and link budgets.
Familiarity with radiation, thermal, and reliability constraints for space-qualified hardware.
Hands-on experience with antenna testing in anechoic chambers.
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to leadership and customers.
EEO Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Other Important Information 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.
Work Schedule Information 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.
National Pay Statement 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 $101,000 - $178,135. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. This information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and market 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.
Seniorities
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type: Full-time
Job function
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Software Development
RF Engineer (willing to consider all Senior levels) – Littleton, CO; various postings with salary ranges published.
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As we enter a new era of Strategic Weapon Systems, Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our mission is to design and build solutions to engineering problems, with a culture that inspires employees to envision the impossible, perform with excellence and build incredible products.
Bring your experience and passion for engineering to Lockheed Martin, and build the systems which support our nation's defense systems.
What does this role look like?
Design, model, and analyze space RF systems including Earth Space Antennas (ESAs), phased array antennas, transponders, transmitters, and receivers.
Perform link budget analysis for Earth-to-Space, Space-to-Earth, and inter-satellite communications.
Support RF payload architecture trades, including power, bandwidth, gain, and coverage optimizations.
Develop and verify RF hardware performance using simulation tools (HFSS, ADS, CST, MATLAB) and laboratory/field test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, anechoic chamber measurements).
Collaborate with antenna engineers on the design, test, and integration of reflector and phased-array antennas.
Define and validate requirements to ensure compliance with mission performance, environmental, and radiation constraints.
Document technical results and present findings at internal design reviews and with external customers.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
Knowledge of RF/microwave design principles, including transmission lines, waveguides, impedance matching, and antenna fundamentals.
Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzer, VNA, signal generator, power meter).
Familiarity with satellite communications or space RF payload development.
Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Desired Skills
2+ years of experience in space RF system design, analysis, or test.
Proficiency in RF simulation tools such as HFSS, ADS, CST, MATLAB, or Simulink.
Experience with Earth-Space Antennas (ESAs), phased arrays, reflectors, or electronically steered antennas.
Understanding of communication system design, modulation schemes, coding, and link budgets.
Familiarity with radiation, thermal, and reliability constraints for space-qualified hardware.
Hands-on experience with antenna testing in anechoic chambers.
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to leadership and customers.
EEO Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Other Important Information 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.
Work Schedule Information 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.
National Pay Statement 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 $101,000 - $178,135. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. This information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and market 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.
Seniorities
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type: Full-time
Job function
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Software Development
RF Engineer (willing to consider all Senior levels) – Littleton, CO; various postings with salary ranges published.
Note: This description has been reformatted for clarity and to meet content and formatting standards.
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