Sr. RF Systems Engineer

KBR, Inc; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Sr. RF Systems Engineer to engage in modeling and analysis of government satellite systems. The role requires significant expertise in RF mission fundamentals and collaboration across multiple stakeholders. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a Ph.D. in a relevant field, along with 10-15 years of experience.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years' experience in RF engineering required.
• Prior experience in modeling and simulation essential.
• Experience with NRO satellite systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of RF systems and their performance metrics.
• Support modeling and simulation of RF systems.
• Document technical findings and generate reports.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Technical expertise

Education

Ph.D. in STEM or related field

Tools

AGI’s Systems Tool Kit (STK)

MATLAB

Python

Tableau

C++

Job description

Title:

Sr. RF Systems Engineer

KBR is seeking a highly qualified Sr Radio Frequency (RF) Systems Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will possess a understanding of government satellite systems, a insight into RF mission fundamentals, and the ability to perform analysis as well as modeling and simulation of complex space systems. Modeling and Simulation actives will support of development and validation of requirements, Concept of Operations (CONOPs), architecture products, system schedules, and risks for end-to-end closure of the baseline for Space protection-related activities in the overall Enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of RF systems, performance metrics, timelines, and models

• Modeling and Simulation of RF systems

• Identify and document issues impacting both spacecraft and ground systems through objective analysis and processes

• Provide technical expertise in systems and engineering to support RF enterprise mission operations activities, programs, systems, and processes

• Support orbital analysis, including threats assessments/impacts, trades, and analyses

• Communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Participate in system design reviews and technical interchange meetings

• Interface with customers, directorate/office representatives, and across system engineering groups to drive resolution plans and strategies for complex technical challenges.

• Generate and maintain technical documentation and reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. STEM degree, or related field

• 10-15 years' experience in RF engineering

• Prior experience in modeling and simulation

• Prior experience with NRO satellite systems and RF mission fundamentals

• Experience with CONOPs, architecture products, and/or requirements

• Ability to collaborate across stakeholder organizations

• Strong communication skills to interface with customers, directorate/office representatives, and across system engineering groups

• Ability to generate and maintain technical documentation and reports

• Proficiency with AGI’s Systems Tool Kit (STK), MATLAB, Python, Tableau, and/or C++

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of impacting mission threats

• Experience support wargames and exercises

Security Requirements:TS/SCI with Poly required to be considered for this position

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