Radar SME - SAR and MTI Research

About the role

KBR is looking for a Radar SME to join its team in Chantilly, Virginia. The role focuses on pushing the boundaries of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Moving Target Indication (MTI) processing techniques, working on research and development projects supported by operational work.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct research on SAR and MTI processing and develop algorithms.
• Provide technical analysis and support in developing and applying advanced methods, theories and research techniques on R&D through operational support projects.
• Work independently and as part of a project team to deliver remote sensing and geospatial expertise in response to technical requests from DoD and Intelligence Community analysts.
• Support ad hoc studies and analyses in an R&D environment.

Required profile

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly.
• Advanced STEM degree.
• 20+ years of experience in space system research, development, modeling and simulation.
• Satellite development experience with low or high Earth orbit systems.
• Domain expertise in GEOINT space systems and major space system performance.
• Familiarity with the system design trade process, assessment of design options, analysis of mission requirements, monitoring of development and test activities, development of CONOPs and tracking of system performance.
• Demonstrated experience interacting with development contractors, taking part in design reviews, evaluating technical proposals, reviewing or developing test plans and procedures, and writing correspondence or white papers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills.

Required skills

• Scientific programming languages such as C, C++, Python, FORTRAN and MATLAB for processing SAR and MTI data.
• Research and analysis in complex technological problem areas.