SystemControls Engineer

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Program Summary

Kord a wholly owned subsidiary of KBR is a leader in advanced defense solutions with a strong focus on directed energy and high energy laser (HEL) technologies. Our HEL programs support the U.S. Department of Defense in developing integrating testing and fielding cutting-edge laser weapon systems that enhance national security and deliver decisive battlefield advantages. These efforts require deep technical expertise in controls engineering systems integration and real-time performance of laser subsystems under demanding operational conditions.

Job Summary

The System / Controls Engineer will play a critical role in the design development integration and performance verification of control systems that support High Energy Laser weapon platforms. This position involves working across hardware software and system-level interfaces to ensure reliable safe and high-precision operation of HEL subsystemsincluding beam control power and thermal management safety interlocks sensors and command-and-control interfaces.

The engineer will collaborate closely with systems engineers software developers mechanical engineers test teams and program leadership to advance HEL capabilities from concept through fielding.

Roles and Responsibilities

Design develop and analyze control systems for HEL subsystems (beam control pointing & tracking power/thermal control diagnostics safety systems etc.).

Define system and subsystem requirements interface control documents (ICDs) and architecture for control and automation functions.

Implement control algorithms signal processing routines and feedback loops to achieve precision laser performance.

Integrate sensors actuators control hardware and embedded software into HEL testbeds and fielded systems.

Conduct modeling and simulation of control loops system dynamics and performance predictions.

Support system integration laboratory testing field testing and troubleshooting of HEL prototype and operational systems.

Analyze system data to identify performance issues root causes and optimization opportunities.

Ensure compliance with DoD standards safety requirements and program technical baselines.

Work with cross-functional engineering teams to support design reviews risk assessments and technical decision-making.

Generate technical documentation test procedures test reports and design artifacts in accordance with program requirements.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Systems Engineering Controls Engineering or related technical discipline.

Minimum 5 years of experience in systems engineering controls engineering embedded systems or related disciplines.

Hands-on experience developing and analyzing control systems (PID model-based control sensor fusion real-time control).

Experience working with sensors actuators data acquisition systems or embedded control hardware.

Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink LabVIEW or similar.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings schematics and interface requirements.

Strong analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex system behaviors.

Excellent communication skills for interacting with engineers program management and government customers.

U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree in Engineering or related field.

Experience with High Energy Laser directed energy optical or precision pointing systems.

Background in real-time systems embedded software FPGA-based control or high-speed data acquisition.

An understanding of electro-optical systems beam control technologies or thermal/power systems.

Knowledge of DoD systems engineering processes requirements development and verification/validation.

Experience with computer vision algorithms image processing and closed loop video tracking.

Prior experience supporting Army Navy Air Force or OSD HEL programs.

Active DoD Secret or Top-Secret clearance.

Demonstrated ability to lead technical tasks and support multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

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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