RF Engineer - level 2
Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Responsibilities
Description:
You will be the RF Engineer & Training Developer – ACURL, F-35 Combat Data Systems Joint Reprogramming Enterprise.
Join our team supporting customers at Eglin Air Force Base as an RF Engineer within the Australia Canada United Kingdom Reprogramming Laboratory (ACURL), part of the Combat Data Systems Joint Reprogramming Enterprise. Our team is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the technical capabilities of ACURL, ensuring the lab is fully operational to support mission-critical reprogramming efforts for our international partners.
What You Will Be Doing:
As an RF Engineer & Training Developer, you will not only be responsible for system integration, anomaly resolution, operational test and verification activities within ACURL but also for learning and documenting critical processes to develop a robust training program for future engineers. You will collaborate with technical teams to support lab upgrades, optimize RF system performance, conduct formal and operational testing, and ensure compliance with evolving mission requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Learning & Documentation – Acquire deep knowledge of ACURL operations, document procedures, and create structured learning materials for technical teams.
• Training Development – Develop and implement a comprehensive training program, including instructional guides, technical documentation, and hands-on training modules to ensure knowledge retention and operational continuity.
• System Integration & Upgrades – Oversee installation, setup, and acceptance testing for ACURL upgrades, ensuring seamless transitions and operational excellence.
• Requirements Reviews & Technical Analysis – Participate in System Requirements Reviews and Supplier Technical Reviews to ensure efficiency and compliance with mission objectives.
• Configuration & Verification Management – Manage System Configuration Controls and System Requirements Verification processes within ACURL.
• Cross-Team Collaboration – Engage with lab Project and Technical Leadership, as well as cross-functional teams, to maintain an effective engineering communication interface across lab subsystems, incorporating training initiatives for sustained technical proficiency.
• This role is ideal for a technical or training professional eager to master RF engineering in ACURL and translate that expertise into impactful training resources that strengthen the knowledge base of current and future engineers.
What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Basic Qualifications:
• STEM Bachelors Degree
• Training Development and Delivery experience
Desired Skills:
• Curriculum development and teaching experience in STEM related field.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: RF Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
What does a successful RF Engineering employee at Lockheed Martin look like?
Check out the info below to see if you have what it takes.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day.
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Imaginative
From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.
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Results-driven
You are a great decision maker who strives to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Team Player
You embrace collaboration and are committed to the success of your team.
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Technologically Savvy
Whatever you know today could be different tomorrow as technology is constantly changing. Strong technical skills and intellectual depth with a willingness to continually learn from others are important traits.
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Problem-solver
Working in the RF Engineering space means working together to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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“The RF field is very broad. For example, I work with spacecraft antennas, but I have colleagues that work with missiles and aircraft sensor systems. At any given time, my team is working on 10 or more projects, ranging from antennas that support weather forecasting to connecting warfighters across the globe.”
Shane L., RF Engineering Sr. Manager
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer a flexible work schedule.