
Systems Engineer- Mechanical, Electrical and Optical (TS/SCI)
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Systems Engineer
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.
This Systems Engineer will have a passion for space! The position requires versatility and ability to work on telescope systems, such as: build systems, design adapters for the equipment, conduct camera studies, test and burn in equipment, provide maintenance on systems, and troubleshoot systems at ground level and up on Haleakala Mountain, as well as deploy to various locations to perform said duties.
Responsibilities
The individual will be given a unique opportunity to work on a very high-performance team that has developed technology in the advancement of Space Domain Awareness (SDA). The individual will take part in working on advanced concepts, design, development, delivery, integration and test, verification and validation of system hardware and software, and maintenance of a network of Raven class telescope systems.
This position performs a variety of engineering work in the development of an operable system capable of meeting requirements within imposed constraints including mass, cost and schedule. Designs and/or researches subsystem interfaces to ensure that subsystems are integrated and work together to form a viable complete system. Performs functional analysis of a system to ensure it meets performance criteria and mission constraints and to feed the analysis results back to the subsystem development teams. Prepares design sketches and general equipment design of simple parts, subsystem interfaces, system layouts, etc. Performs relatively simple engineering and mathematical formulas and computations. Prepares analysis of technical data and information resulting from tests, studies, analysis, etc. Assists other technical personnel in the preparation of technical reports, graphs and charts. May participate as a member of a team; primary contact is immediate supervisor. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Other responsibilities include:
- Conceiving, designing, analyzing, simulating, overseeing, and assessing complex performance at the Raven system level.
- Ensuring the delivery of complex algorithms and software to system integration and test.
- Developing and implementing detailed test and verification plans from the subsystem.
- Validating and documenting the performance of these systems prior to delivering them to the customers.
Qualifications
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related technical discipline with a minimum of 0-3 years of related experience. Additional years of experience will be accepted in lieu of degree.
Requirements include
- A strong technical background in the areas of modern guidance, estimation and control with application to aerospace systems
- Capability to perform research and development of advanced telescope systems for space exploration applications
- A proven team player and effective leader with excellent communication, interpersonal, verbal and presentation skills.
Desired experience and skills also include:
- Willingness and ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.
- Strong technology development background.
- Experience with the development of instrument/optical pointing systems and integrated hardware and software systems.
- Experience working with lasers, detectors, fast steering mirrors and high-rate control systems.
- Experience in the design of autonomous systems and spacecraft autonomy
Basic Compensation:
$77-100k
- The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation:
- KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
KBR Benefits
- KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
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.
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