Space Microelectronics Analyst for PLEO & GNSS

KBR; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Microelectronics Analysis Engineer/Analyst to support NSIC intelligence assessments of foreign microelectronics for PLEO and navigation systems. The role involves technical analysis of ICs, RF devices, and timing technologies, with emphasis on maturity, supply chains, and vulnerabilities.

The position requires a BS in electrical-related field, 3+ years in semiconductor engineering, and an active TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, microelectronics, physics, materials science, semiconductor engineering, systems engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in semiconductor engineering, microelectronics analysis, integrated circuits, electronics engineering, or related disciplines.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices, integrated circuits, electronic systems, and modern microelectronics technologies.
• Experience communicating findings to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical intelligence analysis of microelectronics used in foreign PLEO, GNSS, and PNT systems.
• Characterize semiconductor technologies supporting spacecraft avionics, payloads, communications systems, navigation payloads, and timing architectures.
• Assess integrated circuits, FPGAs, ASICs, SoC technologies, processors, memory devices, and RF components.
• Analyze foreign development and use of radiation-hardened and space-qualified microelectronics.
• Evaluate semiconductor manufacturing capabilities, foundries, fabrication processes, packaging technologies, and supply chains supporting space and navigation systems.
• Assess advanced timing technologies including atomic clock electronics, oscillator systems, frequency standards, and synchronization technologies.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, supply chain analysts, and intelligence professionals across the IC and DoD communities.
• Produce intelligence reports, technical assessments, threat analyses, technology forecasts, and executive-level briefings.

Skills

Semiconductor analysis

Electrical engineering

Technical intelligence

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Job description

KBR is seeking a Microelectronics Analysis Engineer/Analyst to support NSIC intelligence assessments of foreign microelectronics for PLEO and navigation systems. The role involves technical analysis of ICs, RF devices, and timing technologies, with emphasis on maturity, supply chains, and vulnerabilities.

The position requires a BS in electrical-related field, 3+ years in semiconductor engineering, and an active TS/SCI clearance.