RF Antenna Test and Integration Engineer, Staff - Grand Prairie, TX

Overview

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

Skills

Evaluation
Test Plans
Attention To Detail
Analytical Skill
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Science
Mathematics
Microwave
Spectrum
Network
Sensors
Integration Testing
RF
Adobe AIR
Testing
Security Clearance
HFSS
.NET
Antennas
Automated Testing
Programming Languages
LabVIEW
TestStand
Python
C++
Innovation
SAFE
Boost
Jersey
Training
Life Insurance

Job Details

Job Description

You will be a Test Engineer at Lockheed Martin's RF Sensor Product Center (RFSPC), responsible for supporting the Integration, Test, and Evaluation needs of Antenna Integration and Test. Our team is dedicated to driving technical excellence, commonality, affordability, and producibility across multiple cross-functional and cross-program boundaries to develop novel RF Sensor Technologies.

What You Will Be Doing
As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for:
Creating test plans based on structural and RF SME input
Communicating clearly with test operators to ensure tests are executed correctly and on time
Creating and maintaining test logs to track test progress and results
Finalizing test reports, including test results, conclusions, and recommendations
Understanding the test, its objectives, and its methodology
Explaining test details to necessary stakeholders, including test operators, SMEs, and project managers

Why Join Us
We're looking for a highly skilled and experienced Test Engineer to join our team. If you have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field, a strong understanding of RF and microwave principles, and experience with RF test and measurement equipment, we encourage you to apply. You should also have knowledge of KA Band frequencies and their applications, understanding of RF sensor principles and architectures, and previous experience with antenna design, integration, test, and calibration. An Interim Secret Clearance is required to start. As a detail-oriented and analytical individual with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, you will thrive in this role, contributing to the success of our programs and advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

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 required to start

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) or equivalent professional experience
Strong understanding of RF and microwave principles, including frequency conversion, amplification, and filtering.
Experience with RF test and measurement equipment, such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
Understanding of RF sensor principles and architectures.
Previous experience with antenna design, integration, test, and calibration
Experience with RF Over the Air Testing applications within a closed loop simulation environment (HWIL)
Interim Secret Clearance required to start

Desired skills

Knowledge of KA Band frequencies (26.5-40 GHz) and their applications (high frequency / HF)
Familiarity with industry-standard tools and software, such as electromagnetic simulation tools (e.g. HFSS, CST, WASP-Net) and CAD design tools
Certification in antenna engineering or a related field
Familiarity with automated test equipment (ATE) software and programming languages, such as LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, or 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 and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, 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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