Title:

Entry Level PNT Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! 

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. 

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. 

Job Summary 

We are currently seeking individuals to work in the fields of Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), Global Positioning System (GPS), or other RF or satellite communications engineering to join our team in Aberdeen, Maryland.

We are seeking applicants who can deliver innovative solutions and work in an environment that encourages agile, mission-driven approaches that deliver valuable results through efficient means to their customers.

 Key Responsibilities: 

Design hardware approaches: Design approaches for hardware in the loop testing of GPS and GNSS receivers, physical setup and measurement of results, as well as analysis and reporting of the findings.Write software: Write integration softwareDesign & write algorithms: Design and write algorithms for situational awarenessRapid Prototyping Assistance: Assist in rapid prototyping efforts for Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) technologiesEffective collaboration & communication: Interface and communicate clearly with customers and co-workers.

Work Environment: 

Location: Hybrid Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-10%  Working Hours: Flexible 

Qualifications: 

Required: 

Clearance eligibility: Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearanceEducation: Bachelor’s Degree or similar experience in a relevant technical field (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or similar)RF Field experience: 0-5 years’ technical experience in communications or navigation or similar RF fieldRelevant knowledge or interest: Knowledge or interest in digital design and processing or radio frequency signalsTheoretical/Practical Knowledge: Theoretical and practical knowledge in areas of communications, navigation, electronic warfare, navigation warfare, digital signal processing, and electrical engineeringOperating Systems Experience: Experience with Linux and Windows based operating systemsProgramming language expertise: Strong knowledge with Python, C#, C++, JAVA or other similar languagesWriting/Communication: Technical writing and verbal communications skillsTeam/individual contribution: Experience working in team/individual environments

Desired: 

Lab experience: Including but not limited to oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, soldering, making cables, populating/fixing PCBs, etc.Navigation & Positioning experience: GPS or GNSS experienceHardware testing: - Experience testing hardware in the loop Customer Relations: - Experience managing customer relations

This section is for postings in Maryland. 

Basic Compensation: 

$79,600.00 – $85,000.00 

This range is for the MD area 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. 

Ready to Make a Difference? 

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together. 

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.