Radar & Guidance Analysis Lead – Missile Defense

KBR; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR's Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems division seeks a Sensor Analysis Manager to lead a team of radar/ Guidance analysts supporting Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense efforts. You will define radar requirements, analyze live firings and real-world data, and present findings to USG and leadership.

Strong leadership, communication, and programming skills (MATLAB/C/C++, Python) are required. The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering/physics, 7–15 years radar/guidance experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, or related STEM field.
• 7-15 years of experience in Radar or Guidance analysis for a Missile Defense System.
• Demonstrable understanding of Radar signal and data processing methods.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen.
• Candidate must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the radar(s) including requirements and operations, focusing on radar search, track, electronic counter measures, discrimination and missile guidance functions.
• Define metrics, analyze data, and assess system performance.
• Provide direct support to the Warfighter by responding to Requests for Information including analyzing Real-World data and collaborating with the team to provide recommendations for enhanced performance.
• Support test events (Live Firings, Ground Tests, Simulation Exercises) by defining requirements and objectives, observing/executing tests, analyzing test data, and contributing to test reports.
• Prepare and present briefings to various audiences, including USG, Warfighters, and high levels of leadership.
• Review and track software changes and system requirements.
• Provide technical and task guidance to a team of Radar/Guidance analysts.
• May participate in the development of technical proposals for new and/or existing business opportunities.

Skills

Radar analysis

Team leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/physics/STEM

Advanced degree in engineering/physics/STEM

Tools

MATLAB

C/C++

Python

Job description

KBR's Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems division seeks a Sensor Analysis Manager to lead a team of radar/ Guidance analysts supporting Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense efforts. You will define radar requirements, analyze live firings and real-world data, and present findings to USG and leadership.

Strong leadership, communication, and programming skills (MATLAB/C/C++, Python) are required. The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering/physics, 7–15 years radar/guidance experience, and