Signal Processing Engineer Subject Matter Expert - Manassas - Lockheed Martin

    Lockheed Martin
    Lockheed Martin Manassas

    1 week ago

    Full time
    Description

    Job ID: 708334BR

    Date posted: Jan. 19, 2026

    Description:What We're Doing

    Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) is a world‑class leader in defense innovation. Our Artificial Intelligence (AI) team fuses cutting‑edge signal‑processing expertise with machine‑learning techniques to deliver next‑generation capabilities to our customers.

    As a Signal Processing SME, you will shape advanced AI‑enabled defense solutions-from early research and prototype development through to fielded deployment-and serve as a technical bridge across RMS Lines of Business and partner engineering groups.

    The Work

    Technical Leadership - Provide authoritative guidance on signal‑processing architectures and AI/ML strategies, influencing product roadmaps across RMS business lines.

    Solution Development - Design, develop, and prototype complex signal‑processing pipelines integrated with machine‑learning models for radar, sonar, electronic warfare, and other mission‑critical sensors.

    Software Engineering & DevOps - Write production‑grade code, establish CI/CD pipelines, and maintain containerized environments on the high‑performance compute cluster.

    Collaboration - Partner with peer engineering organizations, chief engineer offices, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless technology transfer and alignment with customer requirements.

    Research & Innovation - Conduct applied research, evaluate emerging AI/ML techniques, and publish technical findings to keep RMS at the forefront of the field.

    Deployment & Support - Transition prototypes to deployable solutions, assist with integration testing, and provide post‑deployment technical support to customers.

    Mentorship - Coach junior engineers on signal‑processing theory, AI/ML best practices, and software development standards

    Who We Are

    Rotary and Mission Systems is a culture of innovators driven by integrity and visionary thinking.

    We empower our people with the tools, training, and autonomy to push technological boundaries while upholding the highest business‑ethics standards.

    Our AI team works hand‑in‑hand with product lines to embed intelligent capabilities into defense platforms worldwide.

    Who You Are


    Education & Experience - Bachelor's (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field; 8+ years of professional experience in signal processing and AI/ML.

    Technical Mastery - Deep expertise in digital signal processing, spectral analysis, sensor fusion, and machine‑learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.).
    Software & DevOps Skills - Proficient in C/C++, Python, Linux, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and CI/CD tooling.
    Leadership Ability - Proven track record of leading technical teams, influencing cross‑functional groups, and delivering complex projects on schedule.

    Communication - Excellent verbal and written skills; able to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences, including senior leadership and customers.

    Clearance - Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret (or higher) security clearance.

    Why Join Us

    Impactful Work - Directly contribute to AI‑driven defense systems that protect our nation and allies.
    Cutting‑Edge Environment - Access to a high‑performance compute cluster and a culture that encourages experimentation and rapid prototyping.
    Career Growth - Mentorship, continuous learning opportunities, and clear pathways to senior technical or leadership roles.
    Competitive Rewards - Market‑leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the pride of being part of a globally respected organization.

    If you're ready to fuse signal‑processing expertise with AI innovation and challenge the status quo, apply today and help shape the future of defense technology at Lockheed Martin RMS.

    Basic Qualifications:


    • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in
    Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, or related STEM degree


    • Extensive experience with designing and implementing Signal Processing solutions in various domains (SONAR, RADAR, EW)
    • Experience with acoustic analysis of data through computational processing (via python, MATLAB)
    • Experience in productionizing Signal Processing algorithms in complex swap constrained environments
    • Fluent in the mathematical foundations, engineering motivations, and design principles of adaptive array processing. Experienced in deriving new and ingenious signal processing algorithms suited to specific sensor configurations.
    • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex design information, technical decision and issues to both highly technical and non-technical peers

    Strong problem solving mindset:
    ability to develop create solutions to difficult problems often requiring integration of conflicting and, at times, ambiguous or incomplete data on a fast-paced schedule


    • Ability to build and maintain relationships across organizations, collaborate with others, engage in constructive conflict, and manage interpersonal dynamics
    • Comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic multi-disciplinary environment
    • Strong understanding of the engineering development process throughout the requirements, development, design, build, test, and integration phases of a program & familiarity with transitioning prototype software to production, including rapid software prototyping experience to create minimal viable products for evaluation of options
    • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance and willing to work onsite with our team in Manassas, VA in our advanced development lab.
    U.S Citizenship Required.

    Desired Skills:


    • Experience with technical leadership of teams and demonstrated ability to provide feedback (positive and constructive) and coaching to achieve high performance
    • Ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance
    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: Part-time

    Remote Telework:

    The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

    The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

    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
    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 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: RMS

    Relocation Available: Possible

    Career Area: Software Engineering

    Type: Full-Time

    Shift: First

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