Software Engineer

KBR

  • Huntsville, AL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
Title: Software EngineerProgram SummaryKBR’s Defense and Technology Solutions division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, KBR’s Defense and Technology Solutions division provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.Job SummaryJoin a dynamic team of talented and inspired engineers developing a new US Army radar system. This program integrates state-of-the-art sensor technology with existing Army Air and Missile Defense systems, and requires an understanding of Radar systems and theory, and related software and hardware. Candidate will work closely with the STARE SW Director to assist with software release schedules, capability drops, and configuration management of SW releases. Will assist with the tracking of capabilities, incident reports, incorporation of fixes, and delivery dates of final software. Candidates require strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess SW development and planning, track SW/HW/functionality integration and provide independent assessments on suitability of Prime SW products. You will interface directly with the Government customer and contractor subject matter experts regularly. Up to 15% travel for meetings and test events will be required. Key role of the candidate will be assisting with planning and execution of SW development management plans to include agile capability drop/SCRUM planning, SW progress metric tracking, SW configuration management and tracking SW gaps/SW Test Incident Reports to include corrective action development and subsequent integration into overall SW build plans.Basic Qualifications
  • Possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Software Development, Engineering (software, computer, etc.) or other STEM related fields (Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, etc.) with 5+ years of experience or a Master’s Degree in degree in Software Development or Engineering (software, computer, electrical etc.) or other STEM related fields (Computer Science, Physics, etc.) with 3+ years of experience.
  • Experience with agile methods including SCRUM software development
  • Candidate must be a US Citizen.
  • Possess or be able to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance.
  • Able to travel up to 15% of the time.
  • Able to work on site.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master of Science degree in Software Development or Software Engineering
  • Experience writing a Software Development or Software Management Plan.
  • Working knowledge of programming languages such as C, C++, MATLAB, and Python.
  • Experience with MagicDraw and DOORs
  • Direct experience as a product lead and developer.
  • Experience directly supporting a Government customer.
  • Technical expertise with ability to logically formulate solutions for execution on prescribed schedules.
  • Knowledge of AESA radar hardware, radar architecture and signal processing. Need to be familiar with DoD systems engineering processes and provide SME expertise to customers on daily basis.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members, leadership, and customers.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with strong presentation skills and capable of briefing audiences large or small of varying technical knowledge.
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.

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