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RF Engineer Staff (Level IV) - Secret clearance

Lockheed Martin logoLockheed Martin$135,700–$251,900/yrLittleton, CO, United StatesPosted 5d ago

This posting asks for U.S. citizenship. It also names a Secret clearance.

The posting offers a 9/80, 4/10 or other compressed week. More with a 9/80 schedule

About the role

Standard Job Description

The Payload Systems Engineering team on the Wildfire program portfolio is seeking an RF Payload Engineer to play a key role in the development, testing, and integration of RF systems. As a crucial member of our team, you will leverage your strong foundation in software development and passion for RF engineering to design, develop, and troubleshoot code that supports the testing and integration of payload systems. The successful candidate will possess a unique blend of software development expertise, engineering knowledge, and a passion for collaborative problem-solving. You will be an integral part of our team, working closely with engineers and AI&T team members to ensure the successful testing and integration of RF payload systems.

Responsibilities include

  • Develop and implement new test scripts to support payload integration goals, ensuring seamless interaction between hardware and software components
  • Troubleshoot and debug existing scripts, identifying and resolving issues to optimize system performance
  • Architect and maintain configuration management control including over code repository, key management, and multiple software packages
  • Collaborate with our team of engineers to develop and refine software solutions for payload testing, data analysis, and automation, driving efficiency and accuracy in our testing processes

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Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher (Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering or a related STEM field preferred)
  • Hardware and/or software troubleshooting experience
  • Experience with automated test scripting
  • Active Secret security clearance; must be a US citizen

Desired Skills

  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Python, C++, or Java
  • Experience with Space Vehicle Systems
  • Experience with RF Communication Systems
  • Experience with Systems Integration and Verification
  • Ability to work support off-shifts and weekends as needed
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with management, and peers
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex RF system issues
  • Knowledge of software development methodologies, such as Agile or Scrum

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $135700.00 - $251900.00

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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.

Copied from the listing Lockheed Martin published, verified 31 Oct 2026.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Space builds GPS and missile warning satellites, NASA's Orion crew capsule and deep space probes.

Littleton is home to Lockheed Martin's Waterton Canyon space campus, for production, engineering and testing, where it built a $350 million satellite production facility. (Source: Denver7)

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