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KBR, Inc. · 1 day ago

System/Controls Engineer

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

KBR, Inc. is a leader in advanced defense solutions with a strong focus on directed energy and high energy laser technologies. The System/Controls Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, integration, and performance verification of control systems that support High Energy Laser weapon platforms.

ConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyProject ManagementSoftware EngineeringTraining

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and analyze control systems for HEL subsystems (beam control, pointing & tracking, power/thermal control, diagnostics, safety systems, etc.)

Define system and subsystem requirements, interface control documents (ICDs), and architecture for control and automation functions

Implement control algorithms, signal processing routines, and feedback loops to achieve precision laser performance

Integrate sensors, actuators, control hardware, and embedded software into HEL testbeds and fielded systems

Conduct modeling and simulation of control loops, system dynamics, and performance predictions

Support system integration, laboratory testing, field testing, and troubleshooting of HEL prototype and operational systems

Analyze system data to identify performance issues, root causes, and optimization opportunities

Ensure compliance with DoD standards, safety requirements, and program technical baselines

Work with cross-functional engineering teams to support design reviews, risk assessments, and technical decision-making

Generate technical documentation, test procedures, test reports, and design artifacts in accordance with program requirements

Qualification

Controls EngineeringSystems IntegrationEmbedded SystemsModelingSimulationHigh Energy LaserSignal ProcessingData Acquisition SystemsAnalytical Problem-SolvingCommunication SkillsTechnical Documentation

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical discipline

Minimum 5 years of experience in systems engineering, controls engineering, embedded systems, or related disciplines

Hands-on experience developing and analyzing control systems (PID, model-based control, sensor fusion, real-time control)

Experience working with sensors, actuators, data acquisition systems, or embedded control hardware

Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, or similar

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and interface requirements

Strong analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex system behaviors

Excellent communication skills for interacting with engineers, program management, and government customers

U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

Preferred

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Experience with High Energy Laser, directed energy, optical, or precision pointing systems

Background in real-time systems, embedded software, FPGA-based control, or high-speed data acquisition

An understanding of electro-optical systems, beam control technologies, or thermal/power systems

Knowledge of DoD systems engineering processes, requirements development, and verification/validation

Experience with computer vision algorithms, image processing, and closed loop video tracking

Prior experience supporting Army, Navy, Air Force, or OSD HEL programs

Active DoD Secret or Top-Secret clearance

Demonstrated ability to lead technical tasks and support multi-disciplinary engineering teams

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.

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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.

Founded in 1919

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees