Staff RF Antenna Engineer

Description: Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services.

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas. MFC is a recognized designer, developer, and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries. MFC develops, manufactures, and supports advanced products for military customers that include the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, NASA, and dozens of foreign allies. MFC also offers a wide range of products and services for the global civil nuclear power industry and the military’s green power initiatives.

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is seeking a self-motivated Staff RF Antenna Engineer to take an active role in the Applied Research High Power Electromagnetic (HPEM) programs team in our beautiful Grand Prairie, TX facility.

What You Will Be Doing

You will lead projects to identify and apply new game-changing antenna technologies to a variety of novel HPEM applications.

This person will be asked to solve loosely defined and inherently unstructured problems while working with interdisciplinary and geographically diverse teams.

This individual must be comfortable leading research and development projects from concept through proposal and execution with little to no supervision or direction.

You should have an advanced understanding of electromagnetic theory and electronic properties of materials.

You should have expertise in electronic/optical/dielectric materials and characterizations for integration into RF devices, especially in antennas.

The candidate will be comfortable sharing knowledge and experience through the mentorship of early career engineers and university research partners.

This position will be based on-site in sunny Grand Prairie, TX.

Why Join Us

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

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Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering/RF Engineering/Physics Degree or Similar

• Demonstrated expertise in Antenna Design

• Experience building, troubleshooting, and testing prototype hardware

• Experience using test & diagnostic apparatus (i.e. Lab Equipment)

• Experience with modeling and simulation in CST or similar tools.

• Familiarity with Mechanical CAD software.

• Familiarity with layout and schematic capture tools such as Expedition.

Must currently have an active Secret Clearance prior to start.

Desired Skills:

• PhD in Electrical Engineering/RF Engineering/Physics or Similar

• High Power Microwave Antenna research, development, and integration experience

• Demonstrated ability to distill complex technical concepts and solutions into clear, concise communication.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

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: 4×10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: RF Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First