RF Engineer

KBR, Inc. • Chantilly, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides advanced engineering and technology solutions to support critical national security missions. In this role, you will apply a multi-disciplinary approach to validate RF system performance, support integration, and drive innovation in communication subsystems. Why Join Us? Innovative Projects: Work on cutting-edge RF systems and waveform technologies. Collaborative Environment: Partner with experts across engineering and acquisition teams. Impactful Work: Ensure mission success through robust RF system design and analysis.

Requirements

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI++
• Education: BA/BS and 12+ years of experience; or Master’s and 10+ years (additional 4 years may substitute for degree)
• Experience developing RF link budgets, performing RF interference analysis, and validating RF system performance
• Knowledge of communications systems theory
• Knowledge of NTM systems and capabilities
• Expertise in communications waveform design concepts, including: Low Probability of Intercept (LPI)/Low Probability of Detection (LPD) Forward error correction Modulation Interference mitigation

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in a related technical field
• Familiarity with emerging RF technologies and industry standards

Responsibilities

• Validate technical performance of RF systems; support test and evaluation activities.
• Analyze RF capabilities for various operations; design and validate RF link performance, quality, and reliability.
• Perform RF interference analysis and provide recommendations.
• Deliver systems engineering support for acquisition and development of advanced communication subsystems.
• Conduct end-to-end trade-off analysis of RF systems.
• Aid in validation of new waveform specifications.
• Develop and present technical reports; perform modeling and simulation of RF propagation.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees