Sr. Electronic Warfare / RF Systems Engineer

KBR, Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 118,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc is seeking a Sr. Electronic Warfare / RF Systems Engineer to join the Naval Air Warfare Center team in California. The role encompasses integrating Electronic Warfare systems, developing RF threat simulations, and requires extensive knowledge in the field supported by strong analytical capabilities. Candidates must possess a BS degree in engineering and have substantial experience in EW/RF systems to support advanced defense projects.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Opportunities for Professional Development

Inclusive Company Culture

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of airborne EW systems design and testing.
• Experience with EW intelligence databases and emitter construction.
• Ability to work in an integrated government/contractor team.

Responsibilities

• Support integration and simulation development for EW systems.
• Develop and validate RF threat simulation models.
• Conduct acceptance testing and regression testing for performance.

Skills

RF Simulation Development

Electronic Warfare Systems Engineering

Data Analysis

Modeling and Simulation

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Tools

A2PATS

EWIRDB

Job description

Title:

Sr. Electronic Warfare / RF Systems Engineer

Program Summary

KBR has an exciting opportunity for an Electronic Warfare Systems Engineer to support the Airborne Electronic Attack (AEA) Integrated Project Team (IPT) at Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWPS) Point Mugu, CA operations.

Roles and Responsibilities

The applicant will support the integration of Electronic Warfare (EW) test systems and generating models and simulation of the latest RF (Radiofrequency) threats.

• Support lab integration and simulation development scheduling
• Develop EW threat simulation from EWIRDB for use with RF simulators
• Providing expert guidance for RF simulation development and support simulation verification through testing
• Research/develop emitters/modes RF threat simulation to run on RF simulator for testing of EW radar receiver
• Produce emitter simulations using A2PATS (SimUI and SMB) and NEWEG infrastructure to replicate threat radars for static and dynamic scenarios.
• Test/Validate the RF threat simulation against the latest intel report and provide test analysis report with recommendation
• Supporting full HW/SW integration, conducting acceptance testing, validating system performance through systematic regression testing and comprehensive data analysis.
• Developing and providing personnel training in the area of RF simulation and Intel database such as EWIRDB.

Basic Qualifications

• U. S. Citizenship and active Secret Security Clearance--candidates without U.S. Citizenship and active Secret Clearance will NOT be considered
• The applicant shall have in-depth knowledge of airborne EW (Electronic Warfare) system engineering design, development, integration, and testing.
• Experience in understanding and analyzing EW intelligence databases.
• Knowledgeable on constructing emitters using A2PATS to mimic emitter modes and antenna models.
• Work within an integrated government/contractor team.
• BS degree in an engineering discipline with at least 10 years of EW/RF related experience.

Basic Compensation:

$118,000-$177,000

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

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.