Radio Frequency Engineer Stf - E4
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 3, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
Standard Job Description
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas.
We are experiencing growth and we are looking for a RADAR Signal Processing & Algorithm Engineer.
You will be the RADAR Signal Processing Engineer for Lockheed Martin's team in Grand Prairie, TX. Our team is at the forefront of Airborne RADAR management, and you will play a key role in developing advanced signal processing algorithms and creating high-fidelity simulation environments.
What You Will Be Doing
The ideal candidate holds a PhD or MS in Electrical Engineering and has experience designing signal processing algorithms for RF applications such as RADAR and wireless communications. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the wireless channel and propagation effects including path loss and multi-path propagation.
Experience modeling signal processing algorithms in MATLAB or Simulink is also required.
Hardware prototyping of signal processing algorithms using software defined radios or RADARS such as the Ettus USRP is also desired but not required.
The candidate will be working with senior engineers to design wireless communications datalinks and RADAR
systems for defense applications.
RF and digital hardware design principles will also be learned in the co-development of signal processing algorithms deployed on datalink and RADAR hardware.
The candidate must be a US Citizen and have a Secret security clearance with 5 year update OR possess the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
Why Join Us
We're looking for a talented and passionate RADAR Signal Processing Engineer to join our team. As an ideal candidate, you have expertise in RF systems engineering and are excited about pushing the boundaries of RADAR technology.
You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in RF systems engineering. If you're ready to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, apply now and join our team of innovators.
We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work on complex and challenging projects.
We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
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 be able to obtain a secret clearance.
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Basic Qualifications
- Masters in Electrical Engineering or other STEM
degree.
- Thorough understanding of digital signal
processing (DSP) techniques for RF applications
such as RADAR, wireless communications, and software defined
radios (SDR) effects including path loss & multi-path fading
- Understanding of wireless channel propagation
- Strong mathematics skills in complex
arithmetic, linear algebra, and probability &
statistics
- Proficient in modeling signal processing
algorithms in MATLAB & Simulink
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- The candidate must be a US Citizen and can
obtain a Secret Security Clearance
Desired Skills
- PhD in Electrical Engineering or other STEM
degree.
- Active Secret clearance
- Hardware prototyping experience of RF signal
processing algorithms using software defined
radios
- Experience developing real-time signal
processing algorithms in programmable logic
(PL) using any of the
following tools
- Simulink & Model Composer
- Simulink & System Generator
- Simulink & HDL Coder
- Understanding of RFSoC architectures and
targeting embedded systems
- Understanding of fixed point data types
- Understanding of RF circuit design and
impairments
- Other embedded software design experiencefor real-time processing and software
architecture
- Git/Gitlab or other version control tools
- Experience using spectrum analyzers,
oscilloscopes, and data analysis
- Microsoft tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Scripting languages such as MATLAB, Python,
or Julia
- Understanding of C/C++
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120600.00 - $224000.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (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.