Computer Engineer

KBR Careers; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Computer Engineer to support advanced communications and cyber research efforts. You will design, develop, integrate, and evaluate complex systems across hardware, software, networking, RF, and embedded technologies.

The role requires hands-on engineering, rapid learning of new technologies, and ability to communicate results to government stakeholders. The position emphasizes building lab environments, creating technical plans, and evaluating emerging capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering required.
• 4–8 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience designing, integrating, and evaluating complex technical systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and build laboratory architectures for communications research, testing, and evaluation.
• Research and evaluate communications technologies, hardware platforms, and networking technologies.
• Integrate SDR platforms, embedded systems, sensors, networking gear, and computing platforms.
• Develop system architectures, interface definitions, and implementation plans.
• Evaluate protocols, waveform implementations, interoperability, and end-to-end performance.
• Support laboratory development including hardware selection and capability planning.
• Perform technical analysis of communications systems and supporting tech.
• Document findings and communicate results to teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Networking

Embedded systems

System integration

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Ettus USRP

BladeRF

HackRF

LimeSDR

Job description

Computer Engineer

KBR is seeking a Computer Engineer to support advanced communications and cyber research efforts. In this role, you will design, develop, integrate, and evaluate complex systems used to analyze modern communications technologies. You will work across hardware, software, networking, RF, and embedded technologies to develop new capabilities, architect technical solutions, and build sophisticated laboratory environments. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on engineer with a strong technical foundation and a passion for solving challenging problems. This position requires the ability to rapidly learn unfamiliar technologies, assess emerging capabilities, and apply engineering principles to develop innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop laboratory architectures supporting communications research, testing, and evaluation.
• Research and evaluate communications technologies, hardware platforms, networking technologies, and emerging capabilities.
• Integrate software‑defined radios, communications hardware, embedded systems, sensors, networking equipment, and computing platforms into cohesive technical solutions.
• Develop system architectures, interface definitions, integration approaches, and technical implementation plans.
• Evaluate communications protocols, waveform implementations, system interoperability, and end‑to‑end system performance.
• Support laboratory development activities including hardware selection, capability planning, system design, and technical trade studies.
• Perform technical analysis of communications systems and supporting technologies.
• Support system testing, experimentation, validation, and technical assessments.
• Document technical findings and communicate results to engineering teams and government stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 4-8 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience designing, integrating, and evaluating complex technical systems.
• Experience with networking technologies, network protocols, and distributed systems.
• Experience working with hardware/software interfaces and system integration activities.
• Experience conducting technical research and evaluating emerging technologies.
• Experience using programming or scripting languages such as Python, C, C++, or similar languages.
• Ability to read technical documentation and rapidly learn unfamiliar technologies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with software‑defined radio platforms such as Ettus USRP, BladeRF, HackRF, LimeSDR, or similar technologies.
• Experience designing and integrating laboratory, prototype, research, or test environments.
• Experience with RF communications systems, wireless technologies, tactical communications systems, satellite communications systems, or networking technologies.
• Experience with communications protocols, waveform technologies, or communications architectures.
• Experience with digital signal processing concepts and communications theory.
• Experience with embedded systems, FPGA‑based systems, or custom hardware platforms.
• Experience using RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, vector signal analyzers, or similar equipment.
• Experience performing system‑level analysis, integration, and technical evaluation of communications technologies.

Basic Compensation

Basic Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 (For Ohio Only) The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

• KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation.
• Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.

Culture & Values

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. KBR - Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams - We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.