RF Hardware Engineer

RF Hardware Engineer Position within the External Referral Program. Eligible for a $25,000 sign‑on bonus for external hires. Responsibilities Design, install, and test RF/SATCOM hardware across C‑, X‑, Ku‑, Ka‑, and Q/V‑band frequencies, accounting for atmospheric attenuation, ionospheric scintillation, rain‑fade, and polarization‑mismatch effects. Conduct site surveys, climb antennas, rack and align hardware, and operate earth‑terminal control consoles to establish and maintain wide‑band and satellite communication links. Perform preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance; troubleshoot on‑the‑spot malfunctions; apply anti‑jamming techniques and enforce safety and maintenance procedures. Use Keysight PNA‑X, FieldFox, Spec‑A, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and BER testers to measure S‑parameters, P1dB, TOI, NF, phase‑noise, group‑delay, and perform non‑linear analysis (IMD, spectral regrowth). Produce AutoCAD and Visio drawings, block diagrams, schematics, and technical design packages. Prepare engineering plans, as‑built documentation, test reports, and maintenance records; coordinate with cross‑functional teams (system architects, PMs, test sites). Travel up to 15% worldwide to support installations, testing, and maintenance in remote or austere environments. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education, with seven (7) years or more of professional experience. An additional five (5) years of experience can be substituted for a degree. Hands‑on proficiency with Keysight PNA‑X, FieldFox, Spec‑A, RF signal generators, spectrum/network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and BER testers. Experience developing preventive‑maintenance schedules, conducting equipment inspections, and authoring safety‑rule documentation. Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of producing technical reports, engineering plans, and briefing packages for multi‑service audiences. Proven problem‑solving record: troubleshooting complex RF hardware, analyzing data printouts, implementing corrective actions that improve performance and maintainability. Leadership and mentoring ability: lead inspection teams, supervise maintenance activities, and train site personnel. 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 15% worldwide. Possess all capabilities as defined by the GG Statement of Work (SOW) Appendix B for the USG standard HWE labor category level 2. Desired Skills Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Expertise in AutoCAD and Visio (or equivalent) for creating schematics, block diagrams, and layout drawings. Strong ability to perform antenna‑pattern, G/T, and link‑budget analyses that incorporate rain‑fade, pointing‑error, and polarization‑mismatch considerations. Knowledge of RF distribution, RF switching, low‑power amplifiers, power supplies, and BITE solutions. Programming and scripting skills in Python or VBA for instrument control, data acquisition, and API integration (e.g., automating PNA‑X measurements). Experience developing preventive‑maintenance schedules, conducting equipment inspections, and authoring safety‑rule documentation; familiar with Air Force, Army, Navy, and joint maintenance management procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of producing technical reports, engineering plans, and briefing packages for multi‑service audiences. Proven problem‑solving record: troubleshooting complex RF hardware, analyzing data printouts, and implementing corrective actions that improve performance and maintainability. Leadership and mentoring ability: lead inspection teams, supervise maintenance activities, and train site personnel. Commitment to continuous learning; staying current with emerging SATCOM technologies, standards, and communication techniques (e.g., 5G, frequency reuse). Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with experience troubleshooting complex RF systems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement, focusing on staying current with emerging trends and technologies in SATCOM. Clearance Level TS/SCI w/ Poly SP Equal Opportunity Employer Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr