Radar Research Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 11, 2026.
Title:
Radar Research EngineerBelong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role - protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
Job Posting Description
KBR is looking for a Radar Research Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, Virginia.
In this role, you will push the boundaries of Synthetic Aperture Radar and Moving Target Indication processing techniques.
Responsibilities:
Primarily, candidate conducts research SAR and MTI processing and algorithm development
Candidate provides technical analyses and support in developing and applying advanced methods, theories and research techniques on R&D through operational support projects.
Provide demonstrated skill in conceiving, planning and conducting research and analysis in difficult technological problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques.
Candidates will have demonstrated an ability to make decisions independently on research and development (R&D) engineering problems and methods, in resolving important questions, and planning and coordinating work.
Support algorithm and analytical development using a variety of scientific programming languages (for example C, C++, Python, FORTRAN and MATLAB) to process synthetic aperture radar data (SAR) and Moving Target Indicator (MTI). Work independently and as a member of a project team to provide remote sensing and geospatial expertise in response to technical requests for information from DoD and Intelligence Community analysts.
Support ad hoc studies & analysis in an R&D environment.
Work Environment:
Location: On-Site
Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications
Clearance: TS/SCI security clearance
Degree: Bachelor's, Master’s, or PhD in Physical Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics
Experience: 5+ years
MATLAB, C, Python
Individual will have demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in a radar or signal processing discipline.
Clearance Requirements:
Preferred: Poly
Highly preferred: Master’s or PhD
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
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.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At 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.