Posted today
Top Secret
$76,500 - $134,895
Unspecified
Palmdale, CA (On-Site/Office)
Job Number 719265BR
Description:
You will be the Low Observables Engineer for the Low Observables team (Signature Management & Survivability) which is responsible for advancing stealth and signature reduction technologies.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Low Observables Engineer you will be responsible for leading the development, analysis, and integration of low-observable solutions across the aircraft survivability portfolio.
Your responsibilities will include:
What's In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
You are a collaborative technical leader with deep expertise in aircraft stealth, radar cross-section, and computational electromagnetics. Your communication skills allow you to translate complex concepts into clear briefings for leadership and customers. You thrive in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments, drive innovative solutions, and mentor peers as they grow.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications:
The following are absolutely required for those that apply:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics or related technical degree/equivalent
experience in RCS/LO technology with 1+ years of related professional experience; or Master's degree in
Electrical Engineering or Physics or related technical degree/basic knowledge of RCS/LO technology
- Professional experience in RCS, LO technology, RF, CEM simulations, or electromagnetics
- U.S. Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance
Desired Skills:
The following attributes are desired/preferred but not required for consideration:
- Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance or TS//SCI
- Recognized experience in low observables (LO), survivability, or susceptibility
- Experience with radar cross section reduction (RCSR) or radio-frequency (RF) antenna
design/integration
- Expertise in LO modeling and predictions with experience using one or more of the following:
Computational electromagnetics (CEM), Method of Moments (MoM), Xpatch, SENTRi, HFSS
- Experience with LO integration / multi-discipline air vehicle systems design
- Experience in RCS range testing
- Experience with LO materials and LO material integration onto physical platforms
- Knowledge of RADAR, RF materials, RF material measurements
- Cultivation, pursuit, capture, project or program management, and execution of signature technology
IRAD & CRAD projects
- Programming with C/C++, Java, Fortran, Matlab, Python
- CAD software literacy for model cleanup and meshing
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $76,500 - $134,895. 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.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $88,000 - $152,490. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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: Scientist
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:
You will be the Low Observables Engineer for the Low Observables team (Signature Management & Survivability) which is responsible for advancing stealth and signature reduction technologies.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Low Observables Engineer you will be responsible for leading the development, analysis, and integration of low-observable solutions across the aircraft survivability portfolio.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Perform, analyze, and communicate vehicle signature predictions using Unix-based codes and tools.
- Lead signature-reduction trade studies and optimization campaigns for platform-level and component-level designs.
- Plan and execute laboratory measurements of material coupons and vehicle signature tests, and report results.
- Develop and apply advanced electromagnetic metamaterials, including modeling, fabrication, and testing.
- Write and maintain scripts for batch analysis and post-processing to accelerate data workflows.
What's In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
You are a collaborative technical leader with deep expertise in aircraft stealth, radar cross-section, and computational electromagnetics. Your communication skills allow you to translate complex concepts into clear briefings for leadership and customers. You thrive in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments, drive innovative solutions, and mentor peers as they grow.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications:
The following are absolutely required for those that apply:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics or related technical degree/equivalent
experience in RCS/LO technology with 1+ years of related professional experience; or Master's degree in
Electrical Engineering or Physics or related technical degree/basic knowledge of RCS/LO technology
- Professional experience in RCS, LO technology, RF, CEM simulations, or electromagnetics
- U.S. Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance
Desired Skills:
The following attributes are desired/preferred but not required for consideration:
- Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance or TS//SCI
- Recognized experience in low observables (LO), survivability, or susceptibility
- Experience with radar cross section reduction (RCSR) or radio-frequency (RF) antenna
design/integration
- Expertise in LO modeling and predictions with experience using one or more of the following:
Computational electromagnetics (CEM), Method of Moments (MoM), Xpatch, SENTRi, HFSS
- Experience with LO integration / multi-discipline air vehicle systems design
- Experience in RCS range testing
- Experience with LO materials and LO material integration onto physical platforms
- Knowledge of RADAR, RF materials, RF material measurements
- Cultivation, pursuit, capture, project or program management, and execution of signature technology
IRAD & CRAD projects
- Programming with C/C++, Java, Fortran, Matlab, Python
- CAD software literacy for model cleanup and meshing
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $76,500 - $134,895. 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.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $88,000 - $152,490. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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: Scientist
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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