KBR, Inc. · 3 months ago
Senior RF Communications Engineer
Chantilly, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
9+ years expKBR, Inc. is a leading provider of engineering and advanced technology solutions, particularly in the national security sector. The Senior RF Communications Engineer will provide systems engineering and technical advisory services to government customers, focusing on space and ground communication networks for satellite systems.
ConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyProject ManagementSoftware EngineeringTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Evaluate enterprise-level architecture designs and program integration solutions and provide recommendations
Attend Enterprise, System, Subsystem and Segment level design reviews and program management reviews; assess design maturity, requirements compliance and provide informed technical recommendations
Perform independent reviews of contractor communication designs to verify satisfaction of mission needs (Requirements, CONOPs, constraints, etc)
Prepare and Review test plans and procedures and verification and validation plans for completeness and accuracy. Ensure compliance and provide feedback
Monitor enterprise and system test and review verification/validation data
Monitor contractor level risks and track mitigation progress
Proactively identify and assess emerging technical and programmatic risks to the Program Office and recommend mitigation approaches
Develop productive relationships with Contractor counterparts, functional counterparts, and other subject matter experts
Provide SETA support in the design, development, and testing of RF (Ka, Ku, S, etc) and laser communication systems
Demonstrates expertise and/or familiarity of:
+ Space-to-space, space-to-ground, and ground-to-ground communication networks
+ Mesh architectures
+ Internet Protocols
+ International Telecommunications Union (ITU) frequency allocation rules
+ Cryptography implementation and Information Assurance accreditation
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI with current Polygraph
Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or related discipline with 14+ years related experience; Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or related discipline 12+ years related experience; PhD and 9 years' experience
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, programmatic, and problem solving skills
Strong briefing and writing skills
Demonstrated ability to be effective in a fast-paced, dynamic and energetic environment
Familiarity with defense and intelligence acquisition, budget planning and contracting
RF and laser communication expertise and/or familiarity
Benefits
401K plan with company match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
AD&D
Flexible spending account
Disability
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Company
KBR, Inc.
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-11-17IPO
Leadership Team
Stuart Bradie
President and Chief Executive Officer
Mark W. Sopp
Executive Vice President
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