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We are seeking RF Engineers at various levels and across disciplines to join our dynamic team at our Gloucester site. You’ll work on a variety of Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence programmes, with the opportunity to specialize in key areas such as circuit modelling, antenna selection, and test & measurement.
At Lockheed Martin, we provide meaningful work and continuous learning opportunities that will help develop your skills and progress your career. We believe in supporting a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, hybrid work where possible, and a comprehensive benefits package to ensure you can enjoy both your professional and personal life.
In this essential and rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge RF systems, including developing new RF-based technologies, conducting vulnerability analysis, and designing deployable RF applications.
Key Responsibilities:
* RF Circuit Modelling & Design – Develop and analyse RF circuits, from simulation to testing.
* Antenna Selection & Design – Select and design antennas to meet the specific needs of various applications.
* Test & Measurement – Conduct RF testing, including real-time test and measurement using vector signal analysers.
* Vulnerability Analysis – Analyse and test RF systems to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security.
* System Development & Verification – Support the development and verification of mission systems, with potential field trial involvement.
* Specialist Tools Development – Design and develop bespoke research tools to support complex RF system analysis.
Permanent
RF Engineer
Systems Engineering
Gloucester
About the Role
We are seeking RF Engineers at various levels and across disciplines to join our dynamic team at our Gloucester site. You’ll work on a variety of Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence programmes, with the opportunity to specialize in key areas such as circuit modelling, antenna selection, and test & measurement.
At Lockheed Martin, we provide meaningful work and continuous learning opportunities that will help develop your skills and progress your career. We believe in supporting a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, hybrid work where possible, and a comprehensive benefits package to ensure you can enjoy both your professional and personal life.
In this essential and rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge RF systems, including developing new RF-based technologies, conducting vulnerability analysis, and designing deployable RF applications.
Key Responsibilities:
1. RF Circuit Modelling & Design – Develop and analyse RF circuits, from simulation to testing.
2. Antenna Selection & Design – Select and design antennas to meet the specific needs of various applications.
3. Test & Measurement – Conduct RF testing, including real-time test and measurement using vector signal analysers.
4. Vulnerability Analysis – Analyse and test RF systems to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security.
5. System Development & Verification – Support the development and verification of mission systems, with potential field trial involvement.
6. Specialist Tools Development – Design and develop bespoke research tools to support complex RF system analysis.
You’ll be working in a collaborative environment, either specializing in one area or contributing across multiple domains of RF communications engineering.
If you are passionate about RF engineering and want to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. Join our innovative team and be part of a rewarding journey to develop cutting-edge solutions for a wide range of critical applications.
Apply now to help us shape the future of RF engineering at Lockheed Martin.
Required skills, qualifications and experience
7. RF communications systems implementation, test, and analysis
8. RF circuit design and modelling experience
9. Real-time test and measurement using spectrum analysers and vector network analysers
10. Familiarity with using and developing for Software-defined radios
Desirable Skills
11. Experience in RF algorithm development and Digital Signal Processing
12. Antenna optimisation and characterisation experience
13. Embedded systems vulnerability analysis
14. Knowledge of OpenCPI, GnuRadio, Python, C/C++, and other SDR development tools.
15. VHDL, Python and/or C/C++
16. Development on Linux and use of GitLab
Job Reference Number
16667BR
Employee Type
Full Time
Hours Per Week
37.5
Working Schedule
4xFlex
Country
United Kingdom (UK)
Clearance Required for Role
DV
Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?
No
What we offer you
At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.
We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off.
We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:
17. Private Medical Insurance
18. Competitive Pension
19. Dental
20. Critical Illness
21. Life Assurance
22. Travel Insurance
23. Employee discounts for top high street shops
24. Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
25. Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
26. Reimbursement for a professional membership
27. Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave
Business Environment
Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world’s leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 023 92 458 000.
Job Expires
04/07/2025
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