RF AESA Design Engineer, Principal - Andover, MA

Lockheed Martin•Andover, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced RF Development Engineer to join their team in designing & developing Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) antennas for various defense and aerospace applications. The successful candidate will have a strong background in active array design, electromagnetics, and radar systems, with a focus on AESA technology.

Requirements

Post Secondary Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), prefer BS degree in Electrical Engineering
Ability to obtain a Secret Security clearance (Must be a US Citizenship required)
12+ years of experience in antenna design & development with a focus on AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) technology
Experience in the development and production of AESA antennas
Should have knowledge of HPA and down-conversion architectures.
Strong understanding of electromagnetics, antenna theory, and radar systems
Experience with electromagnetic simulation tools, such as HFSS, CST, or FEKO
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering
Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance
Experience with tile-based AESA antenna design and development for defense and aerospace applications
Familiarity with radar system design and integration, including signal processing and control systems
Experience with programming languages, such as Python, MATLAB, or C++
Knowledge of antenna measurement and testing techniques, including near field and far field anechoic chamber measurements
Experience with Antenna Measurement Range Design

Responsibilities

Lead the design & development of AESA antennas for various frequency bands and applications
Conduct electromagnetic simulations and analysis to optimize active antenna performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AESA antennas with radar systems and other subsystems
Develop antenna control and calibration algorithms
Participate in the development of system-level requirements and specifications for AESA antennas
Conduct laboratory and field testing to validate antenna performance and troubleshoot issues
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and test reports
Mentor and develop internal talent in AESA design & development