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MFC is a recognized designer, developer, and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries. This role is suited for an experienced RF professional who can drive technical strategy, mentor junior engineers, and shape the direction of RF capabilities across multiple programs.\nWhat You Will Be Doing\nThe Staff RF Engineer will serve as a recognized subject matter expert and technical leader, providing architectural guidance and strategic direction for RF systems and subsystems across the MFC portfolio. Responsibilities may include:\nDefining and driving RF system architecture decisions, establishing technical roadmaps, and ensuring alignment with program and enterprise-level objectives\nServing as the technical authority for RF design, analysis, and test across multiple programs, providing independent review and approval of critical technical artifacts\nLeading complex trade studies, risk assessments, and root-cause investigations for RF system performance issues, driving resolution across engineering disciplines\nMentoring and developing junior and mid-level RF engineers, conducting technical training, and fostering a culture of engineering excellence\nLeading or contributing to proposal efforts, including technical volume writing, basis of estimate development, and competitive strategy for RF-related scope\nRepresenting RF Engineering in customer-facing engagements, design reviews, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and program milestone reviews\nDriving innovation through advanced research and development initiatives, evaluating emerging RF technologies, and transitioning IRAD results into program applications\nEstablishing and enforcing RF design standards, best practices, and lessons learned across the organization\nCollaborating with program management, systems engineering, and cross-functional leadership to align RF technical execution with cost, schedule, and performance commitments\nAuthoring and reviewing technical publications, patent disclosures, and white papers to advance the state of the art in RF engineering\nThis position offers the opportunity to shape the future of RF engineering capabilities at Lockheed Martin and to have a significant impact across the MFC enterprise.\nCandidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.\nWhy Join Us\nWe 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.\nFurther Information About This Opportunity:\nThis position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related STEM field from an accredited university; Master’s degree or PhD preferred\nMinimum 5 years of professional experience in RF engineering or a related discipline\nDeep expertise in one or more RF engineering domains, including:\n- RF/microwave circuit and subsystem design, from concept through production\n- RF system architecture development and requirements decomposition\n- Advanced simulation and modeling at system, circuit, and full-wave levels (e.g., SystemVue, ADS, HFSS, CST, Microwave Office)\n- RADAR and/or communication system design, including signal processing, waveform design, and link budget analysis\n- EMI/EMC design, analysis, and test to MIL-STD-461/464 and system-level E3 requirements\nMust have the following:\nComprehensive understanding of antenna theory, RF front-end architectures, signal and digital processing chains, and multi-mode sensing systems\nDemonstrated ability to lead technical teams, mentor engineers, and influence technical direction across organizational boundaries\nExperience with proposal development including technical volume authoring, basis of estimate, and competitive technical strategy\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to present complex RF concepts to executive leadership, customers, and non-technical audiences\nExperience with RF test equipment, laboratory operations, and production support at the system and subsystem level\nMust be a US Citizen; must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance\nDesired Skills\nPhD in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field\nActive DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance\nProficiency in MATLAB for simulation, analysis, tool development, and algorithm prototyping\nRecognized subject matter expert within the defense/aerospace RF community; reputation for technical excellence\nExperience as a technical lead, IPT lead, or chief engineer on a major defense program\nExperience with IRAD/R&D program management and technology maturation from concept through TRL advancement\nDeep knowledge of RF system-of-systems architectures and multi-domain integration (e.g., EW, SIGINT, communications, RADAR)\nExperience with real-time embedded RF signal processing on RFSoC, FPGA, or GPU platforms\nExpertise in advanced algorithm design: adaptive beamforming, STAP, cognitive radar, machine learning for RF applications\nExperience with hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) and system integration test environments at the weapon system level\nKnowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle, milestone reviews, and technical baseline management\nExperience establishing engineering processes, standards, and tools that improve organizational capability and efficiency\nDemonstrated history of cross-program knowledge transfer and technical community leadership (e.g., Engineering Technical Council, Communities of Practice)\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $120600.00 - $224000.00\nAt Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.\nThe 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.\nBenefits 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.\nAnnual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. 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