RADAR Signal Processing & Algorithm Engineer, Sr, - Grand Prairie, TX

Job 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.

We are experiencing growth and we are looking for a RADAR Signal Processing & Algorithm Engineer.

You will be the RADAR Signal Processing Engineer for Lockheed Martin's team in Grand Prairie, TX. Our team is at the forefront of Airborne RADAR management, and you will play a key role in developing advanced signal processing algorithms and creating high-fidelity simulation environments.

What You Will Be Doing

The ideal candidate holds a PhD or MS in Electrical Engineering and has experience designing signal processing algorithms for RF applications such as RADAR and wireless communications. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the wireless channel and propagation effects including path loss and multi-path propagation.

Experience modeling signal processing algorithms in MATLAB or Simulink is also required.

Hardware prototyping of signal processing algorithms using software defined radios or RADARS such as the Ettus USRP is also desired but not required.

The candidate will be working with senior engineers to design wireless communications datalinks and RADAR
systems for defense applications.

RF and digital hardware design principles will also be learned in the co-development of signal processing algorithms deployed on datalink and RADAR hardware.

The candidate must be a US Citizen and have a Secret security clearance with 5 year update OR possess the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Why Join Us

We're looking for a talented and passionate RADAR Signal Processing Engineer to join our team. As an ideal candidate, you have expertise in RF systems engineering and are excited about pushing the boundaries of RADAR technology.

You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in RF systems engineering. If you're ready to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, apply now and join our team of innovators.


We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work on complex and challenging projects.

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.


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Basic Qualifications

*Masters in Electrical Engineering or other STEM degree.


• Thorough understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) techniques for RF applications such as RADAR,
wireless communications, and software defined radios (SDR)

• Understanding of wireless channel propagation effects including path loss & multi-path fading

• Strong mathematics skills in complex arithmetic, linear algebra, and probability & statistics

• Proficient in modeling signal processing algorithms in MATLAB & Simulink

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills

• The candidate must be a US Citizen and can obtain
a Secret Security Clearance

Desired skills

*PhD in Electrical Engineering or other STEM degree.

**Active Secret clearance

• Hardware prototyping experience of RF signal processing algorithms using software defined radios or
RADARs such as the Ettus USRP

• Experience developing real-time signal processing algorithms in programmable logic (PL) using any of the
following tools
o Simulink & Model Composer
o Simulink & System Generator
o Simulink & HDL Coder

• Understanding of RFSoC architectures and targeting embedded systems

• Understanding of fixed point data types

• Understanding of RF circuit design and impairments

• Other embedded software design experience for real-time processing and software architecture

• Git/Gitlab or other version control tools

• Experience using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and data analysis

• Microsoft tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Word

• Scripting languages such as MATLAB, Python, or Julia

• Understanding of C/C++

EEO

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

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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's 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.

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. 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.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $116,200 - $201,365. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.