ESA Engineer Senior (Top Secret Clearance Required)

Join the Lockheed Martin Space Radio Frequency (RF) Talent Center team and be at the forefront of groundbreaking advancements in space exploration and defense technology. Whether it’s designing for Space Vehicles, advancing Hypersonic capabilities, supporting Human Space Flight and Interplanetary Missions, or contributing to Missile Defense, your work will make a difference.

Why Lockheed Martin?
Imagine being part of a fast-moving, high-performance team that thrives on innovation and agility. We are not only focused on delivering results for today but also pioneering the technologies of tomorrow. Our team culture is dynamic, collaborative, and committed to excellence. We continuously adapt to meet ever-changing customer needs, ensuring that we’re always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Your Role
In this exciting opportunity, you will lead the development of Antenna and Electronically Steered Antenna (ESA) payload solutions for Space Vehicles, Missiles, and Terrestrial Platforms. As part of our cutting-edge portfolio, you will work on projects that address the critical needs of commercial, civil, and government customers.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design & Develop: Lead the creation of high-reliability RF components, subsystems, and advanced Antenna and ESA payloads.
• Analyze & Validate: Perform in-depth analysis and modeling to ensure optimal performance of antennas, ESA systems, and circuit-level components.
• Innovate: Participate in developing the next-generation technologies, support proposal development, and help capture new business opportunities.
• Systems Thinking: Apply systems-level thinking throughout the lifecycle of RF and antenna components, subsystems, and payloads to ensure cohesive and efficient design.

What You Would Bring:
• Ability to work onsite at our Littleton, CO site
• Active DoD Top Secret or DoE Q security clearance
• Approximately 3+ years of relevant experience

Why You Should Join Us:
At Lockheed Martin, we believe that diverse perspectives fuel innovation. We promote an inclusive environment that empowers big-picture thinking and allows everyone to contribute in meaningful ways. You’ll be part of a company that values your creativity, passion, and expertise in solving some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges.

As we stand at the dawn of a new space age, we are pioneers, partners, and innovators. Every day, our talented people are on a mission to create a better future, leveraging their unique skills to build incredible products that make an impact.

Ready to Dream Big?
If you are passionate about pushing the limits of what’s possible and want to work on projects that truly matter, Lockheed Martin is the place for you. We provide the resources, inspiration, and support you need to excel. If you’re ready to dream big and deliver a better tomorrow, we want you on our team!

Join us today and make a difference!
Basic Qualifications:
• Active Top Secret or DoE equivalent, with the ability to obtain a SCI clearance

• Degree in electrical engineering or STEM-related degree/certification

• Experience with Antennas, RF Electronics, or Electronically Steerable Antennas (ESA)

• Knowledge of tools such as Agilent ADS (Advanced Design System), Ansys HFSS (High Frequency Structure Simulator), AWR Microwave Office, or similar tool packages.

• Knowledge of antenna design and analysis tools such as GRASP (General Responsibility Assignment Software Patterns), HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, WIPL-D, FEKO, or similar tool packages

• Knowledge of RF communications systems link budget analysis.
Desired Skills:
• Active TS/SCI

• Experience using tools such as Agilent ADS (Advanced Design System), Ansys HFSS (High Frequency Structure Simulator), AWR Microwave Office, or similar tool packages.

• Experience with antenna design and analysis tools such as GRASP (General Responsibility Assignment Software Patterns), HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, WIPL-D, FEKO, or similar tool packages

• Experience with RF or Antenna or ESA performance analysis using MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools

• Experience designing antennas and/or feed networks such as reflectors, waveguide components, horns, helices, phased arrays or electronically steered antennas (ESAs), patches, or similar hardware.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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 Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 9×80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, Washington or Washington DC is $93,400 – $179,000. 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.
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 – 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: RF Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First