Space Systems - Radar Engineer (TS/SCI)
KBR is seeking a highly motivated Space Systems Radar engineer to support the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), GEOINT Research and Technology (R&T) organization.
R&T's mission is to advance the future Geospatial Intelligence architecture through technology development and innovation.
Key skills include a superior knowledge of small and large satellite systems requirements, radar design, data processing and algorithm performance modeling and simulation.
Responsibilities include:
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the area of advanced radar mission electronics, payload development, analysis and modeling of radar systems.
Provide technical analysis in the field of advanced aperture technologies that reduce size, weight, power and cost (SWAP-C) and/or enhances performance for GEOINT systemsProvide technical analysis in the field of digital system engineering concepts for GEOINT systemsBenchmark evaluations of special algorithms and capabilitiesProvide quantitative analysis that demonstrates value of implementing enhanced algorithms to provide new capabilitiesCreate and deliver simulation software code in support of above as directed by the GovernmentProvide engineering services to complete analysis and studies to support development of advanced radar systemsProvide technical evaluation and assessment of development contract activitiesEvaluate/verify technical claims and artifacts required for advancing hardware capabilities and processing methodsSupport development and/or evaluation of Contractor SOWs, proposals, test plans and procedures, and reportsMay require travel to development contractor facilitiesMinimum Qualifications:
BS degree in engineering, physics, imaging science / remote sensing or related technical discipline25
years' experience with space system research, development, modeling and simulation15
years' experience with reducing SWAP-C for GEOINT systemsSatellite development experience with low or high earth systemsDomain expertise in GEOINT space systems and Major space system performanceSpecific knowledge of the NRO and application of its processesFamiliarity with the system design trade process, assessment of system design options, analysis of mission requirements, monitoring of development and test activities, development of CONOPs, and tracking of system performanceDemonstrated experience in interacting with development contractors, actively participating in design reviews, evaluating technical proposals, documents and designs, reviewing and/or developing test plans and procedures, and writing correspondence or white papersAbility to work in fast paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills
Qualifications:
MS/PhD in engineering physics, imaging science / remote sensing or related technical discipline30
years' experience with space systems research, development, modeling and simulation20
years' experience with reducing SWAP-C for GEOINT systemsExtensive satellite development experience with low or high earth systemsExtensive exposure to the system design trade process, assessment of system design options, analysis of mission requirements, monitoring of development and test activities, development of CONOPs, and tracking of system performanceExpert in interacting with development contractors, actively participating in design reviews, evaluating technical proposals, documents and designs, reviewing and/or developing test plans and procedures, and writing correspondence or white papersSecurity Clearance Requirements:
Active TS/SCI (ability to obtain a CI poly).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
R&T's mission is to advance the future Geospatial Intelligence architecture through technology development and innovation.
Key skills include a superior knowledge of small and large satellite systems requirements, radar design, data processing and algorithm performance modeling and simulation.
Responsibilities include:
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the area of advanced radar mission electronics, payload development, analysis and modeling of radar systems.
Provide technical analysis in the field of advanced aperture technologies that reduce size, weight, power and cost (SWAP-C) and/or enhances performance for GEOINT systemsProvide technical analysis in the field of digital system engineering concepts for GEOINT systemsBenchmark evaluations of special algorithms and capabilitiesProvide quantitative analysis that demonstrates value of implementing enhanced algorithms to provide new capabilitiesCreate and deliver simulation software code in support of above as directed by the GovernmentProvide engineering services to complete analysis and studies to support development of advanced radar systemsProvide technical evaluation and assessment of development contract activitiesEvaluate/verify technical claims and artifacts required for advancing hardware capabilities and processing methodsSupport development and/or evaluation of Contractor SOWs, proposals, test plans and procedures, and reportsMay require travel to development contractor facilitiesMinimum Qualifications:
BS degree in engineering, physics, imaging science / remote sensing or related technical discipline25
years' experience with space system research, development, modeling and simulation15
years' experience with reducing SWAP-C for GEOINT systemsSatellite development experience with low or high earth systemsDomain expertise in GEOINT space systems and Major space system performanceSpecific knowledge of the NRO and application of its processesFamiliarity with the system design trade process, assessment of system design options, analysis of mission requirements, monitoring of development and test activities, development of CONOPs, and tracking of system performanceDemonstrated experience in interacting with development contractors, actively participating in design reviews, evaluating technical proposals, documents and designs, reviewing and/or developing test plans and procedures, and writing correspondence or white papersAbility to work in fast paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills
Qualifications:
MS/PhD in engineering physics, imaging science / remote sensing or related technical discipline30
years' experience with space systems research, development, modeling and simulation20
years' experience with reducing SWAP-C for GEOINT systemsExtensive satellite development experience with low or high earth systemsExtensive exposure to the system design trade process, assessment of system design options, analysis of mission requirements, monitoring of development and test activities, development of CONOPs, and tracking of system performanceExpert in interacting with development contractors, actively participating in design reviews, evaluating technical proposals, documents and designs, reviewing and/or developing test plans and procedures, and writing correspondence or white papersSecurity Clearance Requirements:
Active TS/SCI (ability to obtain a CI poly).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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