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.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. 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++
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: RF Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First