RF Engineer (Colorado)

Job ID : 707024BR

Date posted : Oct. 02, 2025

Program : Event REQ

Description : We are seeking highly motivated RF Engineers to support the design, development, and integration of advanced radio frequency systems for space-based applications. In these roles, you will contribute to the end-to-end lifecycle of RF payloads and subsystems, including Earth-Space Antennas (ESAs), satellite communications links, and RF front-end electronics. You will collaborate with systems engineering, digital processing, and integration / test teams to deliver high-performance RF solutions that enable secure and reliable mission success in space environments.

We will be having a virtual hiring event on November 5th and 6th. If you apply to this requisition, you will be considered. We will be reviewing for multiple programs and the work schedule may change depending on program needs.

We are hiring levels 2-5. If you are interested in joining LM and working as a RF Engineer, please apply to this requisition.

We will screen those that look like a strong possibility of fit. Once screened, we will select the top candidates for an interview. If selected for an interview, you will receive an invitation with a date, time and location.

By applying to this posting, 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.

Basic Qualifications :

Expertise in classified satellite systems (e.g., secure communications, mission-critical payloads).

Proficiency in RF systems analysis (i.e. payload performance, link budget modeling)

Experience in the design, development, and integration of space-rated flight hardware (i.e. RF components such as antennas, receivers, transmitters, etc.)

Must have a Top Secret clearance; US Citizenship required

Desired Skills :

Experience with system timing (clock signals) and GPS receivers

Experience leading small technical teams across design lifecycle to produce artifacts to meet technical specifications and execute major milestone reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.)

Experience with successful execution of RF payload / subsystem test plans

Experience with RF simulation, modeling and Link budget analysis

Experience working with subcontracts and interfacing with the customer

Team player with the demonstrated ability to participate in cross functional teams and communicate and coordinate work as one team with common goals

Security Clearance Statement : This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level : Top Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest : 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.

Ability to Work Remotely : Onsite Full-time : The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules : Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position : 9x80 every other Friday off

Pay Rate : The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $101,000 - $178,135. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(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.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

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.

Experience Level : Experienced Professional

Business Unit : SPACE

Relocation Available : Possible

Career Area : RF Engineering

Type : Full-Time

Shift : First