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Lockheed Martin · 3 months ago

RF Antenna AESA Design Engineer, Principal- Various Locations Pipeline

Lockheed Martin is a recognized designer, developer, and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems. They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Antenna Development Engineer to join their team in designing and developing Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) antennas for various defense and aerospace applications.

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Responsibilities

Design & develop AESA antennas for various frequency bands and applications
Conduct electromagnetic simulations and analysis to optimize 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

Qualification

AESA technologyAntenna designElectromagnetic simulationsRadar systemsProgramming languagesAntenna measurement techniquesAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Post Secondary Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), prefer BS degree in Electrical Engineering
15+ 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 (emphasis on production, taking product to market)
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
Ability to obtain a Secret Security clearance (Must be a US Citizenship required)

Preferred

Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering
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 anechoic
Experience with Antenna Measurement Range Design
Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance

Benefits

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
Holidays

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.

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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