Title: Electrical Engineer - Microelectronics Reliability Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! Program Summary KBR is seeking an electrical engineer to fill a position located at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). The AFRL Sensors Directorate (RY) conducts both in-house and contractual efforts focused on affordable sensor and countermeasure technologies for reconnaissance, surveillance, precision engagement, and electronic warfare systems. Core technology areas include radio frequency and electro-optical sensing, electromagnetic spectrum warfare, multi-domain sensing autonomy, resilient mission systems, and enabling devices and components. The candidate will support the reliability lab contributing to the overall assurance of microelectronics through the generation of data artifacts associated with the electronic characterization, physical analysis, and application specific reliability. Job Summary + Optical, DC, and RF characterization of semiconductor devices, including RF gain compression sweeps, s-parameter sweeps, and load pull analysis for device matching + Set up and maintain DC and RF reliability testing on multiple vendor devices. Help design test plans based on results from preliminary testing + Perform data analysis to determine failure rates, failure modes, and wear-out mechanisms for semiconductor devices based on knowledge from literature research + Assemble reliability test station test fixtures to ensure compatibility with specified vendor and desired testing conditions + Learn from test equipment manuals and tutorials to become proficient in use and explanation of new and existing equipment capabilities + Perform research on latest reliability testing to improve current test methods and create novel test strategies + Manage calibration schedules for all equipment in the lab and for the reliability test stations + Perform basic troubleshooting with the software and hardware contained in the reliability test stations Roles and Responsibilities + Perform lifetime assessments and lifetime sciences analysis on digital and analog microelectronic components for reliability, trust, assurance, and degradation modeling and testing + Perform reliability assurance analyses such as: failure modes and effects analysis, waveform analysis, step stress analysis, accelerated life testing, operational life testing, physical analysis + Draft and present status update reports throughout testing + Write final technical report for publication + Present status update reports to government POC in regular meetings and provide input to future direction of testing Basic Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering field, with 2 years experience in related field + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project) + Must be a U.S. Citizen + Secret clearance or ability to obtain a secret clearance Preferred Qualifications + Ability to identify reliability capability gaps and perform literature and market research on emerging reliability techniques + Experience creating and presenting technical briefings and reports describing electrical testing methodologies and test plan developments KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. 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 team’s 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. INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR A t 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 team’s 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. 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.