Signal Processing Engineer I — MATLAB & Defense Tech

KBR Careers; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 92,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life Insurance & AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR Careers is seeking a Jr Signal Processing Engineer in the United States to work with a multidisciplinary team on MATLAB-driven analysis of electro-optical systems. The role requires collaboration with senior engineers and customers to ensure subsystems are integrated into a complete system.

The position emphasizes fast-paced innovation, rigorous analysis, and clear communication across stakeholders in support of mission-focused programs.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience; internships/co-ops applicable.
• Experience with MATLAB signal processing capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop MATLAB-based models to evaluate SNR, optical blur, sensor motion and atmosphere impacts.
• Organize results in databases and present findings to stakeholders.
• Understand MATLAB models of focal planes, optics and atmospherics.
• Coordinate engineering functions in design, testing and integration.
• Prepare technical reports and support customer interfaces.

Skills

MATLAB signal processing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

KBR Careers is seeking a Jr Signal Processing Engineer in the United States to work with a multidisciplinary team on MATLAB-driven analysis of electro-optical systems. The role requires collaboration with senior engineers and customers to ensure subsystems are integrated into a complete system.

The position emphasizes fast-paced innovation, rigorous analysis, and clear communication across stakeholders in support of mission-focused programs.