Technical Advisor - Systems Engineering

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Technical Advisor - Systems Engineering

KBR is a leading provider of high-end engineering, intelligence, and advanced technology solutions that protect and enhance the security of our nation and the world. KBR's Advanced ISR Special Programs team in Ann Arbor conducts sponsored Research and Development to improve our nation's capability to execute Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions. We address difficult technical problems, as posed by increasingly complex operating environments, and develop solutions that enable our customers' success and safety. The Ann Arbor region is a recognized technology and innovation center that offers an affordable, high quality of life with a broad appeal to diverse interests, bolstered by major research universities and many educational, recreational, cultural, and entertainment opportunities locally and throughout the Great Lakes State.

KBR is seeking Systems Engineers with experience and interest in advancing the state of the art in remote sensing technology, with emphasis on signal and image processing algorithms and novel system applications.

Required Qualifications

Academic degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Computer Science, with accompanying years of relevant experience as indicated:

Bachelor's + 12 years

Master's + 7 years

Ph.D. + 5 years

Demonstrated background and relevant experience in the development of remote sensing technologies (systems, software)

Demonstrable successful performance in technical leadership role(s) in the area of software development

Experience in executing software development in the context of modern methodologies and practices (Agile, DevOps)

Participation in R&D business capture through solution development, customer engagement, and proposal content preparation

Experience working with MATLAB engineering analysis code and proficiency in formal code development in C++

Excellence in oral and written technical communication.

Active Top Secret Security Clearance

Desired Qualifications

Record of published research (cited as author or contributor) of relevance, in peer-reviewed journals and/or technical conference proceedings

Proficiency in Python programming language

Professional certification in areas of relevance to software development management and processes (e.g., Agile methodology)

Active SCI access

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.