Junior Computer Engineer

KBR Careers; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

AD&D

flexible spending account

disability

paid time off

flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR in Ohio is seeking a Junior Computer Engineer to support advanced communications and cyber research efforts. You will contribute to design, development, integration, and evaluation of systems used to analyze modern communications technologies, collaborating with hardware, software, networking, RF and embedded teams.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Computer or Electrical Engineering, 0–3 years of experience, and knowledge of programming languages such as Python, C or C++.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 0–3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with networking concepts, network protocols, or distributed systems.
• Familiarity with hardware/software interfaces or system integration activities.
• Ability to conduct technical research and evaluate unfamiliar technologies.
• Experience using at least one programming or scripting language such as Python, C, C++, or a similar language.
• Ability to read technical documentation and rapidly learn unfamiliar technologies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of laboratory architectures for communications research, testing, and evaluation.
• Research communications technologies, hardware platforms, networking technologies, and related technical capabilities.
• Assist with integrating software-defined radios, communications hardware, embedded systems, networking equipment, and computing platforms into technical solutions.
• Contribute to system architecture development, interface definition, integration planning, and technical implementation activities.
• Support evaluation of 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 under engineering guidance.
• Perform technical analysis of communications systems and supporting technologies.
• Assist with system testing, experimentation, validation, and technical assessments.
• Document technical findings and communicate results to engineering teams and government stakeholders.

Skills

Networking concepts

Network protocols

Distributed systems

Programming (Python/C/C++)

Hardware/software interfaces

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Ettus USRP

BladeRF

HackRF

LimeSDR

Lab equipment

Job description

Junior Computer Engineer

KBR is seeking a Junior Computer Engineer to support advanced communications and cyber research efforts. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, integration, and evaluation of systems used to analyze modern communications technologies. You will work with experienced engineers across hardware, software, networking, RF, and embedded technologies while building hands‑on experience with laboratory systems and prototype capabilities. The ideal candidate has a solid engineering foundation, strong curiosity, and an interest in hands‑on technical problem solving. This position requires the ability to learn unfamiliar technologies, follow technical direction, contribute to engineering tasks, and communicate findings clearly to the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of laboratory architectures for communications research, testing, and evaluation.
• Research communications technologies, hardware platforms, networking technologies, and related technical capabilities.
• Assist with integrating software-defined radios, communications hardware, embedded systems, networking equipment, and computing platforms into technical solutions.
• Contribute to system architecture development, interface definition, integration planning, and technical implementation activities.
• Support evaluation of 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 under engineering guidance.
• Perform technical analysis of communications systems and supporting technologies.
• Assist with 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.
• 0‑3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with networking concepts, network protocols, or distributed systems.
• Familiarity with hardware/software interfaces or system integration activities.
• Ability to conduct technical research and evaluate unfamiliar technologies.
• Experience using at least one programming or scripting language such as Python, C, C++, or a similar language.
• 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.
• Exposure to software-defined radio platforms such as Ettus USRP, BladeRF, HackRF, LimeSDR, or similar technologies.
• Exposure to laboratory, prototype, research, or test environments.
• Exposure to RF communications systems, wireless technologies, tactical communications systems, satellite communications systems, or networking technologies.
• Familiarity with communications protocols, waveform technologies, or communications architectures.
• Familiarity with digital signal processing concepts or communications theory.
• Exposure to embedded systems, FPGA-based systems, or custom hardware platforms.
• Exposure to RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, vector signal analyzers, or similar equipment.

Compensation & Benefits

Basic Compensation: $85,000 - $110,000 (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.

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.

Why Join Us

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’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can belonging, 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.

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.

About KBR

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

KBR delivers solutions and changes 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.