Senior RF Systems Engineer

About the role

KBR's National Security Solutions team seeks a Senior Communications Systems Engineer to provide systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services to a government customer. The role supports space and ground communication networks for multiple satellite systems, currently in development and in orbit, and works closely with developers and a cross-domain team.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate enterprise-level architecture designs and program integration solutions and provide recommendations
• Attend Enterprise, System, Subsystem and Segment design reviews and program management reviews, assessing design maturity and requirements compliance
• Review contractor communication designs against mission needs (requirements, CONOPs, constraints)
• Prepare and review test plans, procedures and verification and validation plans, and monitor test and review data
• Monitor contractor-level risks and emerging technical and programmatic risks, recommending mitigations
• Build relationships with contractors, functional counterparts and subject matter experts
• Provide SETA support in the design, development and testing of RF (Ka, Ku, S, etc.) and laser communication systems

Required profile

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or a related discipline with 15 years of related experience, or a Master's degree with 12+ years, or a PhD with 9 years
• Familiarity with defense and intelligence acquisition, budget planning and contracting
• Strong briefing and writing skills, and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment

Required skills

• Knowledge of space-to-space, space-to-ground and ground-to-ground communication networks and mesh architecture
• Internet protocols and ITU frequency allocation rules
• Cryptography implementation and Information Assurance accreditation
• RF and laser communication expertise and/or familiarity

What we offer

• Base compensation of $183,000 - $274,000 USD annually, depending on knowledge, skills and experience
• On-site work in Chantilly with minimal travel and standard working hours
• Possible benefits including 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending account, paid time off and professional development