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Lockheed Martin · 3 weeks ago

RF Engineer Staff - Software Defined Radio

Lockheed Martin is a pioneer in aerospace and defense, seeking a highly skilled RF Engineer Staff to join their Space Mission Processing team. The role involves designing, developing, and testing software-defined radio systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate these systems into innovative antenna solutions.

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Responsibilities

Designing, developing, documenting, testing, and debugging software for software-defined radio (SDR) systems and interfaces
Developing in multi-process/multi-threaded programming environment
Designing and developing waveform modulation chains in C++, requiring a good understanding of DSP principles and applications
Performing hands-on testing and troubleshooting of SDR and RF systems using a range of equipment including spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes to measure and analyze RF data
Assisting in developing and implementing test procedures and protocols to ensure compliance with requirements and industry standards
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate SDRs with other components
Troubleshooting and debugging SDR and RF system issues, using a range of tools and techniques
Applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. This will include working within an Agile workflow and supporting major program milestone events (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR) from initial design through final delivery of a product

Qualification

Software Defined RadioC++DSP principlesSoftware ArchitectureMulti-process programmingNetwork programmingSpectrum analyzersOscilloscopesAgile workflowCross-functional collaboration

Required

Active TS/SCI security clearance
5 years of professional experience
BS degree

Preferred

Bachelor's or Master's degree (or higher) in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or similar technical discipline. Equivalent industry-related experience is acceptable
Experience with using Software Defined Radio (SDRs)
Software Architecture experience
Designed and developed waveform modulation chains in C++
Good understanding of DSP principles and applications
Familiar with UHD and GNUradio
Expert in network programming (TCP/IP)
Expert in multi-process/multi-threaded programming
Experience with spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes

Benefits

Medical
Dental
401k
Paid time off
Work/life balance
Career development
Mentorship opportunities
Rewards & recognition

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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