Electrical Engineer

Trinzic; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Career development

Job summary

KBR's Mission Engineering Division seeks an Electronics Engineer to support Department of the Navy C5ISR programs by researching, designing, integrating, installing and testing advanced electronic and communications systems.

You will apply engineering principles to develop digital and RF circuits, assist with system integration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams on mission‑critical capabilities for fleet modernization and readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related accredited field.
• 2+ years of engineering experience, including at least 1 year with DON C5ISR systems.
• Experience reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and installation drawings.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, analyze, and test electronic components, circuits, and systems.
• Design and evaluate digital and RF circuits and communication systems for military use.
• Support systems engineering activities including requirements analysis and system integration.
• Perform testing, evaluation, and analysis of communications systems for compliance with program requirements.
• Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and installation docs to support engineering and maintenance.
• Develop technical reports, test procedures, installation packages, and system configuration docs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and support lifecycle activities.
• Provide technical support during lab, shipboard, or field installations and upgrades.

Skills

Digital circuit design

Systems engineering

RF engineering

Electrical/electronic engineering

Schematic interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering or related field

Job description

Electrical Engineer

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

KBR is seeking an Electronics Engineer to support Department of the Navy (DON) C5ISR programs through the research, design, development, integration, installation, and testing of advanced electronic and communications systems. The successful candidate will apply engineering principles to develop and evaluate digital and RF electronic systems while supporting system integration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment for mission-critical capabilities. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense technologies in support of fleet modernization and operational readiness while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, analyze, and test electronic components, circuits, and systems supporting Department of the Navy C5ISR programs.
• Design and evaluate digital and Radio Frequency (RF) electronic circuits and communication systems for military applications.
• Support systems engineering activities including requirements analysis, system integration, installation, verification, validation, and troubleshooting of electronic equipment.
• Perform testing, evaluation, and technical analysis of communications systems to ensure compliance with program requirements and operational performance standards.
• Interpret electronic schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and installation documentation to support engineering, installation, and maintenance activities.
• Develop engineering documentation including technical reports, test procedures, installation packages, and system configuration documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, logistics, and program teams to resolve technical issues and support system lifecycle activities.
• Provide technical support during laboratory, shipboard, or field installations, system upgrades, and acceptance testing.

Basic Qualifications

• Clearance & Citizenship: Secret Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another accredited engineering discipline.
• Experience: 2+ years of engineering experience, including at least one (1) year supporting Department of the Navy (DON) C5ISR systems.
• Demonstrated experience with digital circuit design, systems engineering, system integration, installation, Radio Frequency (RF) engineering, electronic/electrical engineering, or testing of electronic equipment and communication systems.
• Experience reading and interpreting electronic schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical/installation drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting AN/SRQ-4 radio terminals, including installation, integration, testing, troubleshooting, or sustainment.
• Familiarity with Navy tactical communications systems, C5ISR architectures, and defense communication networks.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense acquisition, integration, test, or fielding programs.
• Knowledge of military standards, engineering documentation, and configuration management processes.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 hours/week.

Compensation

$90,000-113,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, 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 a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• AD&D
• flexible spending account
• disability
• paid time off
• flexible work schedule
• We support career advancement through professional training and development

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.