RF Engineer, Staff IPT Lead

Job Description
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.

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

We're seeking an experienced RF Engineer to join our team as an Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead. In this role, you'll help drive the Development, Verification, Production, and Sustainment of complex multi-function modules used in high-reliability applications. This will require leading cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions. Our team is composed of industry-leading RF design experts, and we offer a unique work environment that combines cutting-edge design with hands-on electronics laboratory testing and product development. As the IPT Lead, you'll have the opportunity to drive our team's success.

What You Will Be Doing

The Staff RF Engineer IPT Lead is responsible for:

• Providing Technical Leadership to a cross-functional team of all Engineering disciplines.

• Leading the development and production of complex multi-function microwave modules in all phases of the product life cycle by managing cost and schedule.

• Working on complex technical problems and providing innovative solutions.

• Supporting technical reviews internally, with the customer and external stakeholders, and at supplier locations.

• Mentoring less experienced engineers on our team.

• Serving as the primary interface with both the Engineering & Technology Leadership and with Program Management to ensure that the multi-year phased program is on track to successfully complete milestones.

• Leading and/or supporting internal and external customer meetings, weekly IPT status, Technical Interchange Meetings, Technical Readiness Reviews, and critical program Failure Review Boards, Risk management, and Mission Success Reviews.

Why Join Us

We're looking for a highly experienced and skilled RF Engineer to join our team. As an ideal candidate, you have a strong background in RF engineering, with experience leading the development of complex multi-function modules. You will have the opportunity to work in a continuous learning environment with strong career growth and advancement opportunities. If you're passionate about RF engineering and have excellent problem-solving skills and leadership skills, apply now and join our team of innovators. Note that this position requires a government security investigation and eligibility for access to classified information. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Chelmsford, Massachusetts - Located approximately 30 miles northwest of Boston, Chelmsford embodies New England charm. Situated near historic Lowell, Massachusetts and Nashua, New Hampshire, the area offers a unique blend of colonial history, excellent schools, shopping, and dining options.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company-sponsored Interim Secret is required to start.
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Basic Qualifications
Post Secondary STEM degree with a minimum of 5+ years of experience.

Must have an Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance with full investigation within the last 5 years.

Experience designing or supporting the production of active RF modules, circuits or systems.

Experience with validating and troubleshooting designs and resolving integration issues for RF applications.

Minimum of 1+ years technical multidisciplinary project leadership experience for highly complex hardware, electronics, RF or mechanical projects with little oversight.

You should have experience fostering close working relationships with associate IPT Leads, functional Managers, and customer counterparts.

Desired skills
An advanced degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is desired.

Relevant experience in the defense electronics industry, including architecture development for RF systems.

Experience in leading or presenting at technical reviews and boards is desired.

Experience with the use of RF microwave test equipment and microwave simulation tools.

Prior experience with RF Sensor or Active Module/Subsystems development is desired.

Experience in planning and leading technical solutions from proposal through all aspects of development. This includes SRR, PDR, CDR, Qualification, System Verification & Test, FCA, and transition to production.

Experience in leading Failure Analysis and Failure Review Boards.

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 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

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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.

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

Work Schedule Information
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.

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

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 $123,500 - $217,695. 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.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $142,000 - $246,100. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

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