Technician (remote)

KBR, Inc; Cambridge (MA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an experienced technician to join a dynamic team focused on Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems. This role involves supporting the deployment and testing of cutting-edge technologies that enhance aviation safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in testing PNT equipment and managing field operations. Join a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes a Zero Harm culture and fosters an inclusive environment where you can truly belong, connect, and grow. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that support the Federal Aviation Administration and improve air traffic operations nationwide.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in PNT and CPNT equipment testing.
• Ability to manage various equipment in field settings.

Responsibilities

• Support testing and evaluation of PNT and CPNT equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors for test scheduling and execution.
• Conduct test plans and analyze test data.

Skills

Testing of PNT and CPNT equipment

Data management

Vendor coordination

Analytical techniques

Field equipment deployment

Job description

Title: Technician (remote)

KBR, Inc., located in Cambridge, MA, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced technician to support the deployment and testing of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Complementary Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (CPNT) equipment. KBR Inc. supports the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Volpe Center with the development and evaluation of real-time communication, navigation, surveillance, and decision support systems to support aviation operations throughout the nation and the world. Our team specializes in planning, researching, testing, and evaluating the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen). Our work helps the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) improve safety, alleviate air traffic congestion, and mitigate environmental impacts. The selected candidate will join a dynamic multidisciplinary team operating in an agile and fast-paced environment and utilizing state-of-the-art technologies.

Canidate must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

Responsibilities

The selected candidate could provide support in the following areas:

• Support activities at Aviation Weather Research Facility (AWRF) on Joint Base Cape Cod (JBCC) (AWRF/JBCC)
• Develop and conduct test plans for vendor equipment
• Provide expertise in general and specialized analytical techniques to test and evaluate test data.
• Coordinate with vendors at AWRF/JBCC to schedule and conduct tests
• Support work on the Civil Signal Monitoring System (CSMS)
• Support automated Vehicle PNT
• Support work on GNSS Signal Authentication
• Support DOT Pilot PNT Programs
• Support GNSS Toughening PNT Support
• Support work on the GPS Next Generation Operational Control
• Support standards bodies work
• Potential travel to other government test facilities (e.g., White Sands Missile Range)
• Potential travel to standards and/or government meetings

Required Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience
• Experience with testing of PNT and CPNT equipment
• Ability to deploy and manage a variety of equipment in the field
• Experience working with vendors
• Experience managing a wide range of technical areas in the PNT arena
• Test conduct and data management.

Desired Qualifications

• Research work in the area of PNT
• Data fusion of test results and field data

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’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 law.