Radar Systems Analyst: Data-Driven Defense

KBR, Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking an early career Radar Systems Analyst to join our team at the Huntsville, AL location. The role develops radar technologies for integration into air and missile defense architectures and supports DoD customers with data analysis and technical documentation.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of related experience, strong MATLAB/Python/C++ skills, and the ability to travel 15–20%. US citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science or applicable STEM degree with approximately 2–5 years of experience.
• Understanding of programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, and/or C++.
• Exposure to object-oriented programming.
• Fundamental understanding of physical optics, electromagnetic radiation, and radar systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data reduction and analysis tools in MATLAB to support sensor performance analysis.
• Analyze system data for defined functions, objectives, and requirements.
• Perform deep dive analyses to identify reasons functions do not meet objectives.
• Support TIMs, program reviews, and integration/test working groups with analytical input.
• Assist in creating technical documentation (reports, plans, briefs).
• Communicate findings clearly to government stakeholders to support model accreditation.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

C++

Object-oriented programming

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physics/Mathematics/CS

Tools

MBSE tooling

Microsoft Office

Job description

KBR is seeking an early career Radar Systems Analyst to join our team at the Huntsville, AL location. The role develops radar technologies for integration into air and missile defense architectures and supports DoD customers with data analysis and technical documentation.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of related experience, strong MATLAB/Python/C++ skills, and the ability to travel 15–20%. US citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required.