RF Test Engineer, Sr. Staff (Troy, AL)

Lockheed Martin•Troy, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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 seeking an advanced RF Test Engineer to perform the role as range manager in support of the Air Dominance program located in Troy, Alabama. What You Will Be Doing The range manager will be be responsible for uptime of direct illumination and compact RF test ranges for antenna and sensor systems in a production test environment. They will also be responsible for serving as the main point of contact between production operations, development engineers and program management. The range manager will also be responsible for supplier/vendor interaction and management of periodic maintenance. Essential tasks for this key role include: - Managing multiple RF Test Ranges and leading the execution of antenna measurements and radar cross-section measurements - RF requirements analysis and trade study execution - Completion of Technical Data Package through preparation of Specifications, Interface Control Documents, Test Requirements, and Software Requirements - Interfacing with subcontractors/vendors and reporting status of range activity and upgrades - Managing the status of test maturation efforts - Analysis of test data to include signal post-processing, visualization, and comparison with modeled data Why Join Us We 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. Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Troy. Discover more about our Troy, Alabama location. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM degree with 8 or more years of experience
Ability to create test documents such as plans, procedures and reports
Experience in the creation of data analysis, reduction, and visualization tools using MATLAB or another programming language
Experience defining or reviewing software requirements and software validation techniques
Experience with lab test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, and Signal Generators
Excellent communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain an Interim Secret Clearance prior to start, therefore, you must be a US Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM degree with 8 or more years of experience (preferably 10+ years of experience).
Advanced understanding of RF Test Ranges
Advanced understanding of radar concepts
Advanced understanding of electromagnetics and antenna concepts
Advanced experience with test range control electronics and software
Experience with Missile System Development
Experience in systems development, integration and production test
Experience in technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, and formal system development
Development of system level test plans/procedures and associated reviews focused on data analysis and findings
Experience with RF link budget analysis
Active Security Clearance and previous SAP program experience

Responsibilities

Managing multiple RF Test Ranges and leading the execution of antenna measurements and radar cross-section measurements
RF requirements analysis and trade study execution
Completion of Technical Data Package through preparation of Specifications, Interface Control Documents, Test Requirements, and Software Requirements
Interfacing with subcontractors/vendors and reporting status of range activity and upgrades
Managing the status of test maturation efforts
Analysis of test data to include signal post-processing, visualization, and comparison with modeled data