RF Engineer - Senior

RF Engineer - Senior | Lockheed Martin

You will be the RF Engineer - Senior for the AMMM (Air Mobility and Maritime Missions) Communications/Navigation and Surveillance team which is responsible for integrating advanced radio systems onto the C‑130 platform.

What You Will Be Doing

As the RF Engineer - Senior you will be responsible for designing, integrating, testing, and fielding RF solutions that enable reliable communications and navigation for C‑130 aircraft.

"Your responsibilities will include:"

• Architect and design RF circuitry and system/subsystem components for high‑frequency and microwave applications.
• Lead procurement, installation, and integration of radios onto the C‑130 platform.
• Develop test methods, execute verification testing, and analyze performance data to ensure compliance.
• Perform link analysis, trade studies, and CAIV analysis to optimize system performance and mitigate interference.
• Provide technical input to product development documentation and support manufacturing during assembly and test phases.

What's In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are an experienced RF engineer with a proven track record in designing and delivering complex radio frequency systems for aerospace platforms. You thrive in collaborative environments, bring rigorous analytical skills to link‑budget and performance trade studies, and are comfortable guiding hardware through concept, prototype, and production phases. Your dedication to quality, reliability, and mission success makes you an ideal fit for this high‑impact role.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Desired skills

• Experience with HF/VHF/UHF radios • Experience with systems engineering • Experience with antenna design/modeling/testing • Programming: HFSS • Project management experience • Supplier management experience • Familiarity with defense industry • Familiarity with Lockheed Martin processes • Familiarity with the C-130 platform

Ability to work remotely

Employee will work on-site full-time

Work Schedule

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Security Clearance

Secret

LMCareers Business Unit

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Program

C-130

Department

6D4M00:MA SENSORS

Job Class

RF Engineering

Job Category

Experienced Professional

City, State

Marietta-GA

City

Marietta

Zip

30063

Virtual

no

Relocation/Housing Stipend Available

Possible

Req Type

Full-Time

Direct/Indirect

Direct

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.

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.

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.

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.