Space Systems & Satcom Intelligence Engineer

KBR, Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc in the United States seeks a Space Systems & SATCOM Intelligence Engineer to analyze foreign space, SATCOM, and ISR architectures. You will focus on communications networks, satellite capabilities, and counter-space missions in a defense context.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related field, experience with satellite communications, and an active TS/SCI clearance.

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.
• Additional network planning or SATCOM experience preferred.
• Exposure to SIGINT or communications intelligence operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze adversary SATCOM systems and communications architectures.
• Assess payloads, frequencies, waveforms, and ground infrastructure.
• Evaluate space-based ISR and satellite communications capabilities.
• Develop intelligence products on satellite vulnerabilities and concepts.
• Identify collection opportunities and intelligence gaps.

Skills

SATCOM Analysis

RF Systems

Space Systems

Technical Intelligence

Communications Architecture

Ground Infrastructure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related field

Job description

Title: 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

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 of 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. KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.