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JR Signal Processing Engineer

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In-Office
Columbia, MD
76K-113K Annually
Junior
In-Office
Columbia, MD
76K-113K Annually
Junior
Develop MATLAB-based signal processing and electro-optical system models, calculate performance metrics, validate and error-check results, organize findings, and present technical analyses to stakeholders. Support system design, integration, testing, research, requirements analysis, technical reporting, and customer interface activities while collaborating with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
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JR Signal Processing Engineer

Who We Are

KBR Mission Technology Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA and other federal agencies. KBR’s areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity.  KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

The Mission Ahead

This role is with KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions (MTS). At KBR MTS, we don't just envision a world that's safer, more secure, and sustainable - we create it. Our legacy of delivering advanced full life cycle professional and technical solutions is matched only by our commitment to operational readiness and innovation. As stewards of critical missions for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA, and other key federal entities, we excel in engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity. United in our quest for excellence, KBR stands at the vanguard, ready to transform possibilities into impactful realities for a better tomorrow.

Who You Are

 You are an Jr. Signal Processing Engineer who will collaborate with multiple stakeholders in the design, development, and research of interfaces, ensuring that all subsystems are properly integrated into a fully viable, completed system. You will provide ongoing functional analysis to validate mission requirements and constraints while assessing and monitoring system performance and providing feedback to a subsystem team of teams. You will act as an advisor to the customer, providing them with the results they need to inform mission critical decisions. 

What You’ll Do

As a JR Signal Processing Engineer, you will:

  • Develop and apply software tools in MATLAB to calculate pertinent product metrics like SNR, optical blur response, sensor motion, collection quantity, circular error, and atmosphere impacts
  • Organize results in database products, software packages and PowerPoint slides and present findings to stakeholders
  • Learn and develop a thorough understanding of MATLAB code/scripts used to model electro-optical system components including but not limited to focal planes, optics and atmospherics
  • Set up and execution of MATLAB based models, reviewing and error checking model results
  • Be accessible to senior engineers, customers and stakeholders to answer questions and report on progress
  • Use standard engineering processes to carry out assignments associated with research, design, development or analysis of specific parts, components, interfaces, or minor phases of a project
  • Plan, direct and coordinate engineering functions involved in the design and development, installation, testing and integration of systems and subsystems
  • Direct or conduct research studies necessary for the improvement or reconfiguration of systems or subsystems
  • Serve as the customer interface and organizational consultant on significant issues requiring technical guidance, redirection or resolution
  • Assist in compiling and preparing comprehensive technical reports and proposals; may participate as a team member of multiple teams; may act as primary intra-organizational liaison
  • Perform all other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

  • Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to successfully obtain a CI Polygraph
  • Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • 0–3 years of relevant experience (internships/co-ops applicable)
  • Experience with MATLAB signal processing capabilities
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Self-starter who can partner with multiple teammates
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Desired Qualifications:

  • Exposure to the system design trade process, assessing system design options, analyzing mission requirements, monitoring vehicle development and test, conops development, and tracking requirement verification            

Basic Compensation:

$92,100.00-$112,600.00

This range is for the El Segundo, CA area only.

$88,100.00-$107,600.00

This range is for the King of Prussia, PA area only.

$92,100.00-$112,600.00

This range is for the Chantilly, VA area only.

$80,100.00-$97,800.00

This range is for the Beavercreek, OH area only.

$80,100.00-$97,800.00

This range is for the San Antonio, TX area only.

$76,100.00-$93,000.00

This range is for the Clearfield, UT area only.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

We Deliver – Together.

BENEFITS

KBR offers a best-in-class total compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We also support career advancement through professional training and development. Learn more about our benefits.

KBR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

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.

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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