Title:

Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Engineer

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KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

KBR seeks a SATCOM Engineer V at Aberdeen Proving Ground Maryland, to work in a lab environment at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland to provide expertise in developing innovative prototypes that provide resilient SATCOM access to Army ground, missile, and aviation systems. The successful candidate will be part of a team providing integrated resilient SATCOM prototypes to the force which directly supports the Network CFT’s effort to modernize & harden the Army’s network against detection, intrusion, and compromise.  The successful candidate will work closely with Research and Development staff personnel and other federal contractors to update systems, address security breaches and help troubleshoot issues and restore computer systems to provide maximum functionality. Software Engineer with skills Software Engineer with skills in software development, test automation, and system automation to support Projected Anti-jam Tactical SATCOM (PATS) and/or WGS Certification engineering efforts.   

Why Join Us?

Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Work Environment:

Location: On-siteTravel Requirements: Minimal (10%)Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

Active TS/SCI ClearanceEducation: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, testing or related fieldA minimum of ten (10) year of related tactical network software engineering functionsAbility to provide in-depth technical assessments and analysis of activities within and between programs.Ability to support the design of system architectures, terminals, waveforms and access protocols. Experience with supporting analysis of system performance, throughput and response time, analysis of operational requirements and system loading. Experience with conducting systems engineering evaluations of satellite and terminal designs. Experience with participating in proposal and technical evaluations for satellite systemsAbility to support design reviews and perform evaluation of satellite and terminal contractor designs. Ability to demonstrate the ability to translate complex technical issues into meaningful terms for others involved. Experience with serving as subject matter experts in all aspects of transmission, to include modulation and coding, link budgets, radio frequency equipment, antennas, waveforms, blockage mitigation, and other algorithms/protocols. Experience with serving as Subject Matter Expert and brings knowledge of systems engineering methods and processes in order to perform SATCOM system analysis and evaluations for both commercial and military systems. Knowledge of Military Standards (MIL-STDs) and certification processes. Familiarity of customer/vendor product development, business proposals, marketing interaction, product design and manufacturing processes

Desired:

Experience with DoD Program Executive Office (PEO), Project Manager (O6 PM) or Product Manager (O5 PdM)Ability to analyze issues and propose appropriate resolutions.Knowledge of Army organization structure and Unit Task Organization concepts.Ability to effectively communicate written and oralPossession of excellent oral and written communication skillsExperience supporting the PEO C3T, or Intelligence & Information Warfare Directorate (I2WD) programExperience in engineering and/or acquisition of Intelligence Community (IC) and/or DOD spacecraft systemsKnowledge of IC and/or DOD acquisition roles, processes, and /or program managementExperience with Model Based System Engineering or Digital Engineering

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Basic Compensation: $150,000 - $170,000

This is for Maryland only

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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.

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, 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.