• Associate Electrical Engineer

    KBR (Lexington Park, MD)


    Title:

    Associate Electrical Engineer

     

    KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of Defense, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

     

    KBR is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and sustainment of cutting-edge CUAS/CuXS technologies for Navy and defense applications in St. Inigoes, MD. This role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical systems that detect, track, and neutralize aerial threats, integrating advanced electronics and RF solutions into broader security infrastructures.

     

    Roles & Responsibilities

     

    + Provide electrical engineering expertise in the design, development, integration, and lifecycle support of CUAS solutions.

    + Design and develop electronic systems used to detect, track, jam, or neutralize UAS threats, including RF, power distribution, signal processing, and control circuitry.

    + Analyze system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to optimize reliability and effectiveness.

    + Integrate electrical components with broader CUAS and security infrastructure, including communications and control networks.

    + Support testing, maintenance, and sustainment activities across all phases of the system lifecycle.

    + Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and tools, using sound judgment to adapt methods as needed.

    + Contribute to the design and documentation of complex systems and support integration and validation efforts for larger projects.

    Basic Qualifications:

    Education: BS Degree in Engineering from an accredited US College.

     

    Experience: 2+ years of experience supporting DoD or the US Navy.

     

    Citizenship & Clearance: US Citizenship. Must have an active/current Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain and maintain. Applicant selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Experience supporting R&D portfolios for C-UAS/CuXS systems/capabilities

    + Familiarity with RF systems, jamming technologies, power electronics, and embedded control systems.

    + Experience collaborating with military personnel, government civilians, and contractor teams.

     

    Travel: Up to 40%.

     

    Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week.

     

    Compensation: $75,000-$113,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, 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 a 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. #LI-KW1

     

    Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people 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 People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

     

    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.