Sr Staff RF Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onClinton Central Schools, Clinton High School, Village of Clinton, Town of Kirkland, Oneida County, New York, 13323, United States
What We're Doing
Lockheed Martin is shaping the future of defense through cutting-edge radar and missile defense technologies. As the premier developer of active electronically scanned array (AESA) radars and integrated air and missile defense solutions for the U.S. military, our allies, and more than 45 nations worldwide, we deliver world-class situational awareness, early warning, and kill assessment capabilities in the most demanding environments.
Join a global team of 35,000 engineers, software developers, and cyber experts who turn complex challenges into reliable, next-generation systems that keep warfighters ahead of emerging threats. Your talent will power everything from space domain awareness to ground-based radar testbeds, ensuring the safety of today's forces and the security of tomorrow's world.
About the Role
In this position, you will serve as a self-sufficient RF Hardware Design Engineer, leading teams and independently developing approaches to complex solutions. You will contribute to technical planning, system development, and design, while supporting top-level architecture and mission planning. The role involves leading the development and maturation of RF design throughout the entire program lifecycle, from requirements decomposition to verification and validation.
You will interface with subject matter experts and providers of various subsystem products, providing RF manufacturing support including assembly and test. A key part of the day-to-day involves developing work instruction planning and designing with manufacturability in mind. You will perform cascade analysis, modeling, simulation, troubleshooting, and testing of various RF subsystems, circuits, and components. Additionally, you will manage RF systems engineering program plans for cost and schedule, collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams, cross-Business Areas, and customers to communicate status and results.
About the Location
Syracuse, NY is a vibrant city located in the heart of upstate New York. With a rich history and culture, there is always something to see and do. From historic architecture and charming neighborhoods to a thriving arts scene and delicious food, there is something for everyone here.
Why Join Us
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wealth, and life.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Clinton Central Schools, Clinton High School, Village of Clinton, Town of Kirkland, Oneida County, New York, 13323, United States
Village of Clinton, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleInterface with subject matter experts and provide RF manufacturing support for assembly and test
- check_circlePerform cascade analysis, modeling, simulation, troubleshooting, and testing of RF subsystems
- check_circleDevelop and manage RF systems engineering program plans for cost and schedule
- check_circleLead teams of RF engineers and independently determine approaches to technical solutions
- check_circleProvide solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects
- check_circleContribute to technical planning, system development, design, and requirements allocation
- check_circleLead development and maturation of RF design throughout the entire program lifecycle
- check_circleCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams and customers to communicate status and results
- check_circleSupport top-level architecture design, mission planning, and requirements decomposition
- check_circleDevelop work instruction planning and designs with manufacturability in mind
Requirements
- verifiedBachelors degree in related discipline
- verified8 years professional experience
- verifiedExperience with electromagnetics and RF theories
- verifiedExperience with RF board design and construction
- verifiedExperience with RF analysis tools (ADS, HFSS)
- verifiedKnowledge of analog circuits and design tools
- verifiedExperience leading cross functional teams
- verifiedExperience developing trade studies
- verifiedExperience performing RF testing (VNA, RSA, Spectrum analyzers)
- verifiedAbility to obtain and hold DoD Secret Security clearance
- verifiedU.S. Citizenship required
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Electromagnetics, RF Theories, RF Board Design, RF Analysis Tools, Ads, HFSS, Analog Circuits, Schematic Capture, Layout Tools, RF Testing.
Education: Bachelors degree in a related discipline required.
Frequently asked questions about Sr Staff RF Engineer at Lockheed Martin
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Day-to-day, the Sr Staff RF Engineer at Lockheed Martin will interface with subject matter experts and provide rf manufacturing support for assembly and test; perform cascade analysis, modeling, simulation, troubleshooting, and testing of rf subsystems; develop and manage rf systems engineering program plans for cost and schedule; and lead teams of rf engineers and independently determine approaches to technical solutions.
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To qualify for the Sr Staff RF Engineer at Lockheed Martin position, applicants should have: Bachelors degree in related discipline; 8 years professional experience; Experience with electromagnetics and RF theories; Experience with RF board design and construction; Experience with RF analysis tools (ADS, HFSS); and Knowledge of analog circuits and design tools.
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Sr Staff RF Engineer at Lockheed Martin is based in Clinton Central Schools, Clinton High School, Village of Clinton, Town of Kirkland, Oneida County, New York, 13323, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Lockheed Martin has listed this Sr Staff RF Engineer role as on-site.
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Sr Staff RF Engineer at Lockheed Martin typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Sr Staff RF Engineer at Lockheed Martin include Electromagnetics; RF Theories; RF Board Design; RF Analysis Tools; Ads; HFSS; Analog Circuits; and Schematic Capture.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelors degree in a related discipline required.
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Sr Staff RF Engineer at Lockheed Martin is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin operates within the defense and space manufacturing sector, delivering critical solutions that support national security and advance global engineering capabilities. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, the organization maintains a significant operational footprint with offices throughout the United States and international locations. The company focuses on developing technologies that shape industries and push the boundaries of what is possible in aerospace and defense systems.
Clients served include government entities and international partners requiring robust security solutions and high-performance engineering. The organization emphasizes collaboration, customer priority, and operational excellence as core principles guiding its workforce and project execution. Professionals join the firm to contribute to complex projects that impact global stability and technological progress.
Career opportunities at Lockheed Martin are positioned for individuals seeking to work on large-scale, mission-critical initiatives. The company's global presence allows for diverse engagement across various defense and space domains. By combining advanced technology with a dedicated team, the organization continues to fulfill its mandate of strengthening security and driving innovation in its specific fields.
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