Associate Rf Engineer Jobs in Bensalem, PA (NOW HIRING)

Standard Job Description WHAT WE'RE DOING At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we're on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.

THE WORK The Test Engineering Associate Manager leads a dedicated team comprised of a mix of Test Method Engineers, Engineers, and Subject Matter Experts focused on the design, verification, and qualification of phased array antennas and associated subsystems. The role combines technical leadership with peoplemanagement duties, ensuring that nearfield test facilities are operated, upgraded, and staffed to meet aggressive program schedules. The manager will also drive testautomation initiatives to develop and integrate technical insertions for manufactuting and provide accurate cost and staffing estimates for proposals.

Key Respobsibilities include: Team Leadership & Development - Recruit, onboard, and mentor Test Method Engineers; conduct regular performance assessments, set development goals, and manage career progression. NearField Test Facility Management - Oversee operation, calibration, and maintenance of nearfield antenna test ranges (RF, anechoic, chamberbased); enforce safety and compliance controls. Test Coordination & Staffing - Align test plans with program milestones; allocate engineering and technician resources, schedule test slots, and resolve staffing conflicts.

Capital Improvements - Identify, justify, and manage capitalexpenditure projects for new test equipment, facility upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements; track budgets and ROI. Test Automation & Technology Insertion - Lead adoption of automated test rigs, dataacquisition software, and emerging measurement technologies; integrate these solutions into existing test flows and documentation. Proposal & Cost Estimating Support - Generate labor, material, and overhead estimates for testrelated work scopes; produce staffing plans and technical insertions for customer proposals and internal bids.

Process Excellence - Apply Lean/SixSigma principles to improve test efficiency, data quality, and turnaround time; maintain consistent documentation standards. CrossFunctional Collaboration - Partner with program managers, systems engineers, and supplychain teams to ensure test requirements are met and risks are mitigated. WHO YOU ARE You are a technical leader with deep expertise in RF and radar antenna test engineering and a proven ability to manage high-performing teams.

You excel at combining hands-on facility management with strategic cost estimating and process improvement to drive operational excellence. WHY JOIN US In this role you will have the opportunity to lead a specialized engineering team and shape the future of RF test capabilities for some of the world's most advanced radar programs. You will drive technical innovation and facility upgrades that ensure the success of critical defense missions.

Our benefits are built to match the caliber of your work. Reliable, high performing, and mission ready. You'll enjoy world class resources, mentorship, continuous learning, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work life balance-all within a culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field. 5+years of experience in radar antenna or RF subsystem test engineering. 3+years of supervisory or peoplemanagement experience (directly overseeing engineers or technical staff).

Handson experience with nearfield RF test methods, calibration processes, and associated measurement equipment. Proven ability to develop cost estimates and staffing plans for testrelated work scopes. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Desired Skills Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline. Experience implementing testautomation frameworks (e.g., Pythonbased test scripts, NI LabVIEW, custom PLC solutions, Matlab)

Experience with NSI2000 or FR959 Antenna Test Software. Track record of managing capitalbudget projects and delivering ROIfocused facility upgrades. Familiarity with Lean, SixSigma, or other continuousimprovement methodologies applied to test operations.

Experience authoring technical insertions for proposals Exposure to advanced radar system architectures (phasedarray, electronically scanned arrays, etc.). Demonstrated ability to work crossfunctionally with program management, systems engineering, and supply chain teams. Working knowledge of relevant industry standards (MILSTD, IEEE, safety regulations for RF testing)

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition

Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. For (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.