RF Engineer Sr, Datalinks - Level 3

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM related discipline.
• Experience with development, production or sustainment of Datalinks and/or CNI systems.
• Experience with hardware and software integration and troubleshooting of avionics subsystems

Job Code/Title

E1683:

RF Engineer Sr

Job Description

You will be the RF Engineer Sr, Datalinks - Level 3 for the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) Hardware Team which is responsible for supporting Communication, Navigation and Identification (CNI) systems on F‑16 aircraft.

What You Will Be Doing

As the RF Engineer Sr, Datalinks - Level 3 you will be responsible for leading the design, integration, and production of Datalinks subsystems that keep F‑16s connected and mission‑ready.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Support design, development, integration, test, and production of Datalinks subsystems for F‑16 programs.
• Interface directly with external suppliers and customers to ensure seamless subsystem delivery.
• Provide technical leadership to resolve all issues encountered in the F‑16 Datalinks subsystem.
• Develop and maintain subsystem specifications, test methods, and documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a collaborative, results‑focused team environment.

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative technical leader with deep expertise in RF and Datalinks engineering. Your analytical mindset, decisive problem‑solving, and clear communication enable you to guide complex projects to successful completion while fostering strong partnerships with suppliers and customers.

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 Interim Secret clearance to start.

Desired skills

• Experience working with external and internal teams to identify, determine root‑cause, and resolve datalinks technical failures.
• Experience and/or familiarity with MIL‑STD‑6016 Link 16 tactical data link as it pertains to fighter aircraft.

Other Important Information

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.

Security Clearance

Secret

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

National Pay Statement

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 $101,000 - $178,135. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location.

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.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $116,200 - $201,365. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location.

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.

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