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Lockheed Martin · 2 months ago

Research Scientist - RF Systems Architect

positionLittleton, CO
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff

Lockheed Martin is seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist Senior Staff to join their APEX team, focusing on RF systems engineering and system architecture. The role involves leading the development and integration of space-based radar technologies while ensuring mission requirements are met through robust system designs.

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Responsibilities

Lead evaluation of radar system performance
Ensuring that the system meets its functional and performance requirements and serves the user’s needs
Identification of critical technology development areas (e.g. radar payload technologies processing algorithms, and other related technologies that may improve the overall affordability and system performance
Both lead and individually contribute to development and/or application of detailed system models and simulations to predict system performance and support trade studies
Design, develop, and oversee system architectures for complex, multi disciplinary programs
Translate mission requirements into total system solutions, accounting for technology readiness and maturity constraints
Develop system element architecture, interface definitions, and architectural guidelines for current and future systems
Serve as the primary point of contact for architecture communication across internal and external stakeholders
Support internal and external design reviews, ensuring alignment with mission goals and technical standards
Maintain up to date knowledge of emerging technologies, design methodologies, and analysis tools
Develop models and architectural roadmaps to guide future system development and technology insertion

Qualification

RF systems engineeringSystem architectureComplex systems designRadar system performanceTechnology developmentEmerging technologiesTeam leadershipCommunication skills

Required

Deep expertise in RF systems engineering
Strong background in system architecture and complex systems design
Experience in development, integration, and enhancement of space based radar payload, processing and bus technologies
Ability to lead evaluation of radar system performance
Ensuring that the system meets its functional and performance requirements and serves the user's needs
Identification of critical technology development areas (e.g. radar payload technologies processing algorithms, and other related technologies that may improve the overall affordability and system performance)
Ability to lead and individually contribute to development and/or application of detailed system models and simulations to predict system performance and support trade studies
Experience in designing, developing, and overseeing system architectures for complex, multi disciplinary programs
Ability to translate mission requirements into total system solutions, accounting for technology readiness and maturity constraints
Experience in developing system element architecture, interface definitions, and architectural guidelines for current and future systems
Ability to serve as the primary point of contact for architecture communication across internal and external stakeholders
Experience in supporting internal and external design reviews, ensuring alignment with mission goals and technical standards
Maintaining up to date knowledge of emerging technologies, design methodologies, and analysis tools
Ability to develop models and architectural roadmaps to guide future system development and technology insertion

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.
dateFounded in 1912
location
Bethesda, Maryland, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.lockheedmartin.com

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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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