Senior RF Engineer (Level III) - Top Secret clearance

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. About Lockheed Martin Space 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. Senior RF Engineer – Littleton, CO Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. Responsibilities 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. Basic Qualifications Experience with RF space electronics and/or hardware design (i.e. RF payloads and/or subsystems). Experience with RF systems analysis (i.e. payload performance, link budget modeling). Experience in the design, development, and/or integration of space‑rated flight hardware (i.e. RF components such as antennas, receivers, transmitters, etc.). 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 RF simulation, modeling and Link budget analysis. 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 / 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 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. Compensation Annual base salary range – $101,000 – $178,135. For states not referenced, the salary range will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Salary is a general guideline only and may adjust based on scope, experience, education, key skills, and market considerations. Benefits 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 non‑represented employees accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off and 90 hours for holidays; represented full‑time employees accrue 6.67 hours of vacation per month, up to 52 hours of sick leave annually, and 96 hours for holidays. PTO, vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date. Equal Opportunity Employer Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. Application The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5‑30 days of posting to receive optimal consideration. Additional Information Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: SPACE Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: RF Engineering Type: Full‑Time Shift: First #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin