RF Sensing Systems Engineer

KBR Careers; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Careers is hiring an RF Sensing Systems Engineer in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The role involves working on innovative defense systems and translating user needs into technical requirements. Candidates should hold a Master's degree in a relevant discipline and possess strong skills in MATLAB and Python. This position requires the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance. Join KBR to make a significant impact in national security and space defense projects.

Qualifications

• Master's + 2 years of experience (internship or co-op accepted).
• Demonstrated background in remote sensing technologies.
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI Security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in systems engineering teams on concurrent development projects.
• Support translation of user needs into requirements.
• Implement advanced signal and image processing algorithms.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

C++

Systems Engineering

Signal Processing

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Computer Science

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

RF Sensing Systems Engineer

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in systems engineering teams on concurrent development projects, often with overlapping technical objectives for product design and performance.
• Support translation of user needs and customer problem statements into requirements to be addressed with innovative technical solutions.
• Collaborate with teammates of diverse background levels and disciplines to analyze and develop solutions, often realized in the form of algorithms, and validate these solutions through modeling, simulation, and application to experimental/collected data.
• Implement, using software such as MATLAB or Python, advanced signal and image processing algorithms and conduct evaluations in the context of state-of-the-art remote sensing systems and advanced sensor designs, including radar and electro-optical systems.
• Document and present results to teammates and customers.

Qualifications

• Education: Academic degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Computer Science, with accompanying years of relevant experience as indicated.
• Master’s + 2 years of experience (internship or co-op accepted).
• Demonstrated background, relevant experience, or technical interest in the development of remote sensing technologies (systems, software).
• Demonstrable successful performance in systems engineering and development.
• Experience with scientific/engineering development languages, such as MATLAB and/or Python.
• Work Style: Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI Security clearance is required to be considered for the role.

Desired

• Clearance: Active TOP SECRET security clearance; active SCI access is a plus.
• Earned Ph.D. in one of the listed degree programs.
• Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python programming languages.
• Experience with C++ software language and development in C++.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future 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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