Systems Engineer - PNT Integration and Testing

About the role

KBR is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the integration, test and evaluation of Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) systems such as GPS and inertial systems. The work covers laboratory-based and operationally relevant systems across research and applied Department of Defense programs, working with software engineers and hardware teams on concept development, prototyping, integration, test and assessment of PNT system performance.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute integration of hardware, software and test infrastructure
• Develop and manage system requirements, interfaces and verification approaches
• Lead or support laboratory, HITL/SITL and field test activities
• Evaluate system performance, limitations and risks from test and analysis results
• Coordinate with software engineers so algorithm assumptions match hardware and system constraints
• Support system architecture, trade study and evaluation strategy development
• Document system designs, test plans and results for technical reviews and customer deliverables
• Take part in team technical interchange meetings

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Communications Theory or a related technical discipline
• 3-7 years of professional experience in systems engineering, integration or test for technical systems
• Experience developing system requirements and supporting verification and validation
• Experience supporting laboratory or fielded test environments
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance

Required skills

• Desired: experience with RF, PNT or navigation system integration and testing
• Desired: familiarity with GNSS, inertial navigation and timing
• Desired: HIL/SIL test architectures or laboratory automation
• Desired: modeling, simulation or digital engineering approaches
• Desired: experience with DoD programs, laboratory R&D or operational prototyping

What we offer

• Basic compensation of $100,000 - $150,000 (Beavercreek, OH only)
• Work on innovative projects in engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity
• A collaborative, intellectually stimulating team environment