Senior RF Systems Engineer – Ground Segment
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, UK
37.5 hours per week + 4 day work week option.
The Role
This is an opportunity to work on advanced RF systems at the heart of mission‑critical Ground Segment capabilities supporting defence and aerospace programmes. The role offers exposure to the full RF system lifecycle, developing high‑performance solutions designed to operate in complex and demanding environments. You will join a highly skilled engineering team delivering cutting‑edge RF architectures and contributing directly to the performance, resilience, and evolution of next‑generation systems.
The position involves the design and development of RF circuitry for high‑frequency and microwave applications, including receivers, transmitters, antennas, and frequency synthesizers. Responsibilities include RF hardware design and layout, component selection and evaluation, prototype development, and RF testing to verify performance against requirements. The role also supports manufacturing during build, integration, and test activities, and contributes to formal technical documentation. Additionally, it focuses on the development of RF system and subsystem architectures, link analysis and optimisation, training and tracking RF technical performance measures, and supporting lifecycle considerations.
Responsibilities
* Develop innovative RF engineering solutions to complex technical challenges aligned with programme and organisational objectives.
* Work independently with limited direction, with outputs reviewed upon completion against departmental standards and objectives.
* Contribute to major engineering work packages and may take on technical leadership responsibilities within RF‑focused programmes.
* Engage with senior engineers and stakeholders on significant technical matters, influencing system design and programme direction.
* Contribute to the development of new RF concepts and solutions, applying deep technical expertise and industry knowledge to advance capability across the organisation.
Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience
* Experience in RF engineering or a related technical discipline.
* Strong experience in RF circuit design, microwave systems, and subsystem integration.
* Proven ability to develop and optimise RF system architectures, including antennas, transmitters, and receivers.
* Experience with RF testing, performance analysis, and validation against system requirements.
* Strong understanding of RF system trade studies, link analysis, and performance modelling.
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
* Generally has 5+ years of related experience and may have a post‑secondary degree or training in a related discipline.
Equal Opportunity
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 recognise the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximise value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of background. If you are interested in this 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 role criteria outlined in our advertisement.
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 recruitment@global.lmco.com or call 02392 415270.
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