Title:
Senior Electrical Systems Engineer (NASA)
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KBR is seeking a Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and deployment of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center's (GSFC) next generation satellite laser ranging system, the Space Geodesy Satellite Laser Ranging (SGSLR) system.
https://space-geodesy.nasa.gov/NSGN/SGSLR.html
https://space-geodesy.nasa.gov/techniques/SLR.html
The Senior Electrical Systems Engineer will support the KBR hardware team with focus on subsystem electronics and crossover into the areas of gimbal and telescope, laser, radar, and single photon receiver. They will also research, develop, and designs electrical equipment, components, products, and systems for government and commercial purposes.
Additional Responsibilities:
Executes specific engineering assignments under the direction and guidance of higher level engineers
Works autonomously directing and coordinating the work of engineers and other technical personnel engaged in the compilation of engineering data, construction, and testing of models, designing component circuits, writing reports and test procedures
Carry out predetermined concepts and procedures for equipment or component design, testing, construction and installation, engineering research and study programs
May act as leader for a small single function team; represent the organization related to a specific project
Travel: This position will involve both domestic and international travel for preparation and installation of SLR systems. Ability to obtain and keep a passport is required along with other travel requirements relevant to US regulations and regulations of countries to be entered for work.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
B S in Electrical Engineering or related field such as Optical Engineering or Physics
Minimum of 4+ years of experience
In-depth knowledge of electrical/electronic design requirements definition and verification, subsystem and circuit analysis, test plan and procedure development, and system integration
Knowledge of analog and digital electrical circuits, PCB fabrication and testing, electronic packaging design and tools, fabrication, assembly, integration and testing, reliability and environmental effects, EMI/EMC considerations
Capable and comfortable working on a fast paced and challenging project with ability to adapt to evolving requirements
Preferred Experience, & Skills:
Proficient with computer aided design software such as AutoCAD, P-CAD, SOLIDWORKS, Zeemax, Altium, Or CAD
Education, training and or experience with lasers, optics, or telescopes
Knowledge and experience in the application of ANSI 136.6, ANSI Z136.1, etc. to indoor and outdoor laser safety.
Experience and knowledge in the determination of MPE, NOHD, LFHR, CHR, and SHR highly desired
Proficient with Microsoft Project
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.
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