RF Automated Test Engineer (ATE), Staff - Grand Prairie, TX

Overview

On Site
USD 104,500.00 - 184,115.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Collaboration
Electrical Engineering
Physics
Mathematics
Test Equipment
Network
Spectrum
LabVIEW
TestStand
Python
C++
Scripting
Security Clearance
RF
Sensors
Antennas
Testing
Automated Testing
DoD
Innovation
SAFE
Boost
Training
Life Insurance

Job Details

Job Description

You will be a senior level RF Datalink Test Engineer specializing in Automated Test Equipment (ATE) at Lockheed Martin. Our team is responsible for designing, developing, and testing cutting-edge RF datalink technologies, and you will play a key role in architecting a new automated test system to support RF products across multiple areas within the company.

What You Will Be Doing
As a senior level RF Datalink Test Engineer, you will be responsible for architecting, designing, integrating, and validating an all-new ATE system for RF datalink technologies. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful development and implementation of the ATE system, and will be responsible for ensuring that the system meets the required specifications and standards.

Your responsibilities will include:
Architecting, designing, integrating, and validating an all-new ATE system for RF datalink technologies
Working with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful development and implementation of the ATE system
Developing automated tests using tools such as LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, C++, or equivalent scripting languages
Operating and maintaining RF test equipment, including VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power meters
Applying working knowledge of RF principles, including S-parameters, gain, and noise figure
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the ATE system meets the required specifications and standards

Why Join Us
We're looking for a highly experienced and skilled RF Datalink Test Engineer to join our team. If you have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline, and 9 years of professional experience, or a related Master's degree with 7 years of professional experience, we encourage you to apply. You should also have hands-on experience with RF test equipment, proficiency in automated test development using tools such as LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, C++, or equivalent scripting languages, and a working knowledge of RF principles. The ability to obtain a SECRET security clearance is also required. As a senior level engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge RF datalink technologies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the success of our programs.

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.

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

The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. An Interim Secret Clearance is required to start.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 9 years of professional experience; or 7 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
- Hands on experience with RF test equipment; vector network analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power meters
- Proficiency in automated test development using tools such as LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, C++, or equivalent scripting languages
- Working Knowledge of RF Principles (e.g., S-parameters, gain, noise figure)
- Interim Clearance required to start

Desired skills

- Experience conducting RF sensor testing in anechoic chambers, including antenna pattern testing, performance validation, and signal characterization
- Experience developing automated test systems for DoD products
- Proficiency with datalink

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 and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. 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 and New York is $120,100 - $208,150. 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.
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