Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems / C-UAS, Staff Lead

Lockheed Martin•Grand Prairie, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a Staff RF Engineer to serve as a technical authority and thought leader within our RF Engineering organization. MFC is a recognized designer, developer, and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries. This role is suited for an experienced RF professional who can drive technical strategy, mentor junior engineers, and shape the direction of RF capabilities across multiple programs. The Non Kinetic Air Defense (NKAD) and Counter Swarm team is looking for a multidisciplined RF/Electrical Design Deputy Lead to join a growing team responsible for design, prototype, test, and rapid fielding of solutions within highly accelerated timelines for all services. The Deputy Lead will serve as a technical leader and oversee a multidisciplined team. This position will provide day-to-day interface with the Program Manager, engineering leads, suppliers, and the customer. The ideal candidate would have experience with fast-paced programs and be familiar with rapid hardware development to support design tasks that will include electrical and mechanical design principles, troubleshooting systems, specifying/procuring/organizing build materials, among other responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a closely related STEM field from an accredited university; Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in RF engineering or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience with circuit card design, integration, and test for one or more of the following: digital electronics, power electronics, analog/mixed-signal.
Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: High Power Microwave (HPM) or similar high power RF applications, High Voltage Pulsed Power or similar RF applications, RF or microwave circuit design, test, and troubleshooting at the CCA level.
Experience with developing and refining system, performance, interface, and environmental requirements for circuit card designs.
Experience leading a design team in a fast paced development program (e.g. fast changing project schedules and requirements).
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams, mentor engineers, and influence technical direction across organizational boundaries.
Proven track record of delivering design concepts, detailed drawings, and hardware that have progressed to prototype or production.
Proven leadership skills to performance and requirement trade offs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to present complex RF and Electrical concepts to executive leadership, customers, and non-technical audiences.
Must be a US Citizen; must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with RF systems including radars, jammers, and high power microwave (HPM).
Experience designing, developing, or integrating components for UAV/UAS systems.
UAS or similar flight vehicle development, design, integration, or test experience (preferably all three).
Experience with rapid prototyping and spiral development design.
Experience with MFC circuit card design processes and the Design Assurance process.
History of implementing design improvements that reduce cost, increase safety, or enhance performance.
Familiarity with interface control documents (ICDs) and system architecture reviews.
Experience as a technical lead, IPT lead, or chief engineer on a major defense program.
Experience with IRAD/R&D program management and technology maturation from concept through TRL advancement.
Knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle, milestone reviews, and technical baseline management.
Experience establishing engineering processes, standards, and tools that improve organizational capability and efficiency.
Demonstrated history of cross-program knowledge transfer and technical community leadership (e.g., Engineering Technical Council, Communities of Practice).
Experience using PLM/ERP tools (e.g., Windchill) for change control, configuration management, and traceability.
Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

Technical leadership with ability to manage highly complex technical projects with little oversight.
Managing budget, forecasting resources, and develop close working relationships with associate IPT Leads and functional managers.
Defining and driving RF & Electrical system architecture decisions, establishing technical roadmaps, and ensuring alignment with program and enterprise-level objectives.
Serving as the technical authority for RF and Electrical design, analysis, and test across multiple programs, providing independent review and approval of critical technical artifacts.
Leading complex trade studies, risk assessments, and root-cause investigations for RF and Electrical system performance issues, driving resolution across engineering disciplines.
Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level engineers, conducting technical training, and fostering a culture of engineering excellence.
Representing RF and Electrical Engineering in customer-facing engagements, design reviews, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and program milestone reviews.
Driving innovation through advanced research and development initiatives, evaluating emerging RF technologies, and transitioning IRAD results into program applications.
Establishing and enforcing RF and Electrical design standards, best practices, and lessons learned across the organization.
Collaborating with program management, systems engineering, and cross-functional leadership to align RF technical execution with cost, schedule, and performance commitments.