Title:
Senior Antenna Test Engineer Join a high-performance, technology-driven, mission-oriented team helping to protect our nation's national security. KBR is looking for talented individuals to become part of our team, and we are currently seeking a Sr. Antenna Test Engineer for our Columbia, MD support facility. Position Description: The Senior Antenna Test Engineer will perform all antenna, material, and environmental testing of antennas to meet tasking requirements utilizing a planar near field range, anechoic chamber, and environmental test chamber. The Senior Antenna Test Engineer will perform the following: * Act as a technical resource for testing antennas on antenna ranges, including far-field, spherical, or planar nearfield systems.
• Develops and documents test procedures and schedules associated with conducting antenna and material testing covering a wide frequency spectrum. Analyzes test results and provides formal test reports to customers. * Conducts special studies and investigations related to project activities and recommends changes as appropriate to enhance efficiency and meet changed or new requirements.
• Trains directs, and assists other engineering personnel to ensure task objectives are completed on schedule.
• Serves as an organizational consultant regarding antenna performance measurements and materials testing.
• Designs and modifies antennas to meet customer requirements.
• May support the installation and upgrade of antenna systems at field locations.
• Maintains electronic records library of test result data on completed customer testing tasks.
• Support engineering tasks related to the repair, fabrication, assembly, production, installation, and testing of antennas and electronic hardware and systems.
• Utilize and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, test manuals, test procedures, and performance specifications to perform tests.
• Maintain equipment associated with operating test facility to include insuring equipment is calibrated and maintains adequate inventory of parts to supports maintenance and testing requirements. Shall design any brackets, mounts and fixtures needed to mechanically support/ attach and test antennas and test objects.
• Set up antenna test sequences and interpret test data for validity.
• Performs environmental testing on antennas and systems utilizing thermal chambers and running test routines for cycling systems through various predefined temperature ranges.
Qualifications: * Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering or other related science.
• Experience: A minimum of thirteen years of experience relating to the field of antenna theory. At least 3 years of antenna testing on an automated system, utilizing a planar nearfield scanner, spherical nearfield scanner or far-field measurement system. Must have or be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
Additional Qualifications: Experience operating NSI nearfield antenna measurement systems is highly desired. Basic Compensation: $136,840-$180,000 The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience 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 a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. 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.
About the Company:
KBR
When you become part of the When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. As a leading global technology, engineering, procurement and construction company serving the hydrocarbons and government services industries. For decades it has been the company that customers turn to for their most challenging assignments.
With operations in 40 countries, KBR has more than 25,000 people delivering services to customers in over 70 countries. Together they represent an unmatched reservoir of talent and experience in a wide range of markets.
Whatever the assignment, no matter how complex or demanding, KBR can marshal resources across every product line to respond quickly and effectively to changing markets and customer needs.
Whether it's providing the technology and consulting know-how to develop our customers' valuable assets; designing and constructing the infrastructure and facilities to develop energy resources in some of the world's more remote and challenging locations; providing support and services for men and women of their countries' armed forces; or navigating the intricacies of undertaking major projects in geopolitically or culturally sensitive environments, our clients depend on KBR because they know that We Deliver.
Join us and you'll be part of a dynamic, elite team of professionals who understand what it takes to get a job done and has the experience, knowledge and determination to succeed.”
Company Size:
10,000 employees or more
Industry:
Construction - Industrial Facilities and Infrastructure