Space Systems & Satcom Intelligence Engineer

KBR, Inc; Beavercreek (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking an Space Systems & SATCOM Intelligence Engineer to analyze foreign SATCOM and ISR architectures and support counter-space missions. You will evaluate communications payloads, frequencies, and ground infrastructure to inform defense solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics and active TS/SCI clearance, with experience in SATCOM systems and RF principles. Join a mission-driven team shaping national security and space defense.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering or Physics.
• Experience analyzing satellite communications or space systems.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze adversary SATCOM systems and communications architectures.
• Assess space-based ISR capabilities and ground infrastructure.
• Develop intelligence products covering satellite vulnerabilities and operational concepts.
• Identify collection opportunities and intelligence gaps.

Skills

SATCOM Analysis

RF Systems

Space Systems

Technical Intelligence

Communications Architecture Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Job description

Space Systems & Satcom Intelligence 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.**Space Systems & SATCOM Intelligence Engineer****Position Summary**The Space Systems & SATCOM Intelligence Engineer supports analysis of foreign space, SATCOM, and ISR architectures. The role focuses on communications networks, satellite capabilities, and support to counter-space and strategic intelligence missions.**Key Responsibilities*** Analyze adversary SATCOM systems and communications architectures.* Conduct assessments of communications payloads, frequencies, waveforms, and ground infrastructure.* Evaluate space-based ISR and satellite communications capabilities.* Develop intelligence products covering satellite vulnerabilities and operational concepts.* Assess technical developments in foreign space and communications programs.* Support identification of collection opportunities and intelligence gaps.**Required Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related field.* Experience analyzing satellite communications or space systems.* Knowledge of RF communications principles.* Active TS/SCI Clearance**Preferred Qualifications*** Network planning experience.* Experience with military or commercial SATCOM systems.* Exposure to SIGINT or communications intelligence operations.**Desired Skills*** SATCOM Analysis* RF Systems* Space Systems* Technical Intelligence* Communications Architecture Assessment