Research & Development Electrical Engineer

KBR Careers; Beavercreek Township (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR’s National Security Solutions team is seeking a Research & Development Electrical Engineer. This role focuses on advancing defense systems using RF engineering, antenna design and DSP concepts to support national security objectives.

You will work with Python and MATLAB, maintain strong technical writing, and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. An active TS clearance or ability to obtain is required along with a BS in Electrical Engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
• Active TS clearance or ability to obtain with SCI eligibility.
• Experience with Python and MATLAB.
• Strong technical writing and briefing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in electromagnetics, RF, antenna design, GNSS, DSP and UI development.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize defense-related electrical systems.
• Analyze electromagnetics and RF performance for national security applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust engineering solutions.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Technical writing

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

UI development

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electromagnetics

RF engineering

Antenna design

GNSS

DSP

Job description

Research & Development Electrical Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

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.

Required

• Security Clearance: Active or able to obtain TS clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Programming Languages: Experience using Python and MATLAB
• Technical Writing: Strong technical writing and briefing skills
• Additional Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Relevant Engineering Expertise: Electromagnetics, radio-frequency (RF) engineering, antenna design, global navigation satellite system (GNSS), electronics hardware design, digital signal processing (DSP), and user-interface (UI) development

Desired Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active TS clearance with SCI Eligibility, with consent to future polygraph testing
• Education: Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Work Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of professional engineering experience
• Signal Processing Software Environment Knowledge: Experience

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 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.

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