Radar Research Engineer: SAR/MTI Frontiers

KBR, Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc in Chantilly, Virginia is seeking a Radar Research Engineer to advance SAR and MTI processing. You will push frontiers in radar signal processing, contribute to DoD/IC projects, and apply advanced methods in R&D and operational support.

Work on an on-site team with TS/SCI clearance, a strong STEM degree, 5+ years in MATLAB/C/Python, and a proven ability to solve complex problems. Expect minimal travel and standard hours while shaping space defense capabilities.

Qualifications

• Clearance: TS/SCI security clearance.
• Degree: Bachelor's, Master’s, or PhD in Physical Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics.
• Experience: 5+ years MATLAB, C, Python.
• Demonstrated experience in radar or signal processing disciplines and advanced techniques.

Responsibilities

• Research SAR and MTI processing and algorithm development.
• Provide analyses and support for R&D and DoD/IC projects.
• Conceive, plan and conduct research using novel methods and sophisticated techniques.
• Use MATLAB/C/Python to process SAR data and MTI; work independently or in teams.

Skills

Radar/Signal processing

Independent decision-making

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Physical Sciences/CS/Engineering/Math

Tools

MATLAB

C

Python

Job description

KBR, Inc in Chantilly, Virginia is seeking a Radar Research Engineer to advance SAR and MTI processing. You will push frontiers in radar signal processing, contribute to DoD/IC projects, and apply advanced methods in R&D and operational support.

Work on an on-site team with TS/SCI clearance, a strong STEM degree, 5+ years in MATLAB/C/Python, and a proven ability to solve complex problems. Expect minimal travel and standard hours while shaping space defense capabilities.