RF Engineer Sr Stf (Level V)

## Standard Job Description The RF Talent Center is seeking an experienced RF Engineer to lead a skilled team supporting the Space Development Agency (SDA) Wildfire Program Portfolio with a focus on theT3 Tracking program. This position is responsible for the design, development, and delivery of multiple communication subsystems to the program.

The communication subsystem consists of digital, RF, and optical components and that collectively transmit mission information across a constellation of satellites. You will guide a team of Payload subsystem Certified PrincipalEngineers (CPEs), Responsible Systems Engineers (RSEs), and Integration and Test engineers in the design, development, integration, and delivery of complex RF subsystems and flight hardware.

You will ensure technical requirements, specifications, analyses, and test strategies are successfully executed while driving trade studiesand technical decisions that impact mission performance. As a lead RSE, you will provide clear direction, foster collaboration, recognize accomplishments, and create development opportunities for your team.

You will partner with program leadership across engineering, manufacturing, and program management to align technical execution with mission needs. ## As a Lead Payload RSE you will - Lead and develop an experienced team of RF engineers while promoting technical excellence and careergrowth - Build the talent pipeline by mentoring and training RF engineering staff. - Own and manage all payload systems engineering work products including specifications, requirements,analyses, and verification/test plans and strategies. - Ensure Lockheed Martin Space standard processes, tools, best practices, and training are properlyimplemented across the team. - Work to integrate the testbed, Payload RSE, and Payload CPE teams towards a common goal of mission-capable design, verifiable test requirements and ATLO campaign planning. - Collaborate and communicate effectively across program leadership, including Program Management, ChiefEngineer, and IPT leads. #SpaceRF ## Basic Qualifications - Experience in RF design, systems engineering, or integration and test - Experience guiding teams through major program milestones such as design reviews, test readiness,integration, or delivery - Experience with integration and test with troublehsooting - Technical or functional lead or leadership experience - To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to be a U.S.Citizen; must be able to obtain a Secret clearance ## Desired Skills - Demonstrated people management skills including mentoring, coaching, performance management, and team development - Background as a CPE or RSE or equivalent role - Experience developing and delivering RF or digital hardware for space applications - Experience working on Mission Assurance Class C and/or D Space Programs - Experience/Ability to work in a fast paced environment - Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across stakeholders effectively,including customers, suppliers, management, and peers ## Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $166900.00 - $309900.00 At 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. 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.