Junior Systems Engineer

KBR Careers; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Junior Systems Engineer to support the integration, test, and evaluation of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems in Beavercreek, Ohio. The role targets early-career engineers developing foundational systems engineering skills under senior guidance.

The position emphasizes laboratory and field environments, with responsibilities spanning requirements, interfaces, test planning, and data analysis to support DoD programs. U.S. DoD clearance is a potential requirement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field and 0–2 years engineering experience.
• Foundational understanding of systems engineering and integration concepts.
• Ability to work in laboratory/test environments supporting integrated systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of system requirements, interfaces, and test plans.
• Support laboratory setup, configuration, and execution of PNT experiments and evaluations.
• Support integration of hardware, software, and test infrastructure.
• Assist with hardware- and software-in-the-loop test activities.
• Collect and analyze test data to support system assessment and algorithm evaluation.
• Coordinate between software, hardware, and test teams.
• Document configurations, procedures, and results for technical reviews.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

PNT domain knowledge

Laboratory/test experience

System integration experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Communications Theory, or related technical discipline

Job description

This position is located onsite in our office in Beavercreek, Ohio**

Junior Systems Engineer

There is no relocation assistance available for this position

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.


• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.


• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

KBR is seeking a Junior Systems Engineer to support the integration, test, and evaluation of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems such as GPS and Inertial systems. This position supports laboratory-based and operationally relevant systems across research and applied DoD programs. This position is suited for early career engineers developing foundational systems engineering skills and PNT domain knowledge. The engineer will work under the guidance of senior engineers to support concept development, prototyping, hardware integration, testing, and analysis of PNT capabilities in laboratory and field environments for offensive and defensive systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with development of system requirements, interfaces, and test plans


• Support laboratory setup, configuration, and execution of PNT experiments and evaluations


• Support integration of hardware, software, and test infrastructure


• Assist with hardware- and software-in-the-loop test activities


• Collect, analyze, and document test data to support system assessment and algorithm evaluation


• Support coordination between software, hardware, and test teams


• Document system configurations, test procedures, and results to support technical reviews and deliverables


• Participate in team technical interchange meetings to describe technical activities, progress, issues, improvements, and more

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Communications Theory, or a related technical discipline


• 0–2 years of engineering experience


• Foundational understanding of systems engineering principles and system integration concepts


• Ability to work in laboratory or test environments supporting integrated systems


• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communications skills


• Academic or project experience supporting system integration, testing, or evaluation


• Exposure to PNT or other laboratory environments or test campaigns


• Familiarity with basic modeling, simulation, or data analysis tools


• Experience supporting DoD-related research or prototyping efforts

Basic Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 (For Beavercreek, OH 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

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. 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.