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R2112705**Title:**Lidar Integration & Test (I&T) Engineer**Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!**Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely by supporting the science that informs decision makers and protects Earth.**Job Description**
We are seeking a Lidar Integration & Test (I&T) Engineer with hands-on experience in the **design, integration, testing, and analysis of advanced Light Detection and Ranging (Lidar) systems** for aerospace applications. This position offers the opportunity to contribute across the full development lifecycle—from concept development to flight qualification.**Key Responsibilities*** Support the **design and analysis** of optical, opto-mechanical, and electro-optical components and subsystems that comprise advanced Lidar instruments.* Contribute to system-level analysis for instrument design, calibration, and verification.* Develop and execute **test plans**, collaborating closely with hardware and software teams.* Analyze Lidar data for accuracy, perform system calibration, and troubleshoot technical issues during development and deployment.* Participate in **trade studies** and recommend system architecture and design approaches.* Evaluate design concepts to assess development and manufacturing risks and propose risk mitigation strategies.* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including engineers, technicians, manufacturing, and quality assurance personnel.* Prepare technical documentation including **test procedures, reports, and technical presentations**.* Support and present at project-level reviews and design milestone meetings.**Minimum Qualifications*** MS degree or Ph.D. in Optical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience).* 5–7 years of experience in lidar systems design, analysis, and testing within the aerospace industry.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.**Required Knowledge & Skills*** Hands-on experience with **Lidar system design, data processing, and troubleshooting**.* Background in **space-qualified optical systems** is highly desirable.* Comfortable working in **cross-disciplinary teams** and across multiple engineering domains.* Familiarity with all phases of optical subsystem development: from conceptual layout to alignment and prototyping.* Experience performing system trade studies, tolerance analysis, and optical performance assessments.* Demonstrated ethical and professional behavior in line with company values.**Complementary Skills (Preferred but Not Required)*** Experience with **NASA flight hardware development** processes and standards.* Familiarity with FRED software for stray light analysis.**Basic Compensation:**$127,700.00 - $191,600.00The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.**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.Click here to learn more: #LI-EM2Belong, 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.* **We Value Our People –** We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.* **We Deliver –** We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.* **We Are People of Integrity –** We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.* **We Empower –** We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.* **We Are a Team of Teams –** We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Greenbelt, Marylandtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R2112705**Title:**Lidar Integration & Test (I&T) Engineer**Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!**Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely by supporting the science that informs decision makers and protects Earth.**Job Description**
We are seeking a Lidar Integration & Test (I&T) Engineer with hands-on experience in the **design, integration, testing, and analysis of advanced Light Detection and Ranging (Lidar) systems** for aerospace applications. This position offers the opportunity to contribute across the full development lifecycle—from concept development to flight qualification.**Key Responsibilities*** Support the **design and analysis** of optical, opto-mechanical, and electro-optical components and subsystems that comprise advanced Lidar instruments.* Contribute to system-level analysis for instrument design, calibration, and verification.* Develop and execute **test plans**, collaborating closely with hardware and software teams.* Analyze Lidar data for accuracy, perform system calibration, and troubleshoot technical issues during development and deployment.* Participate in **trade studies** and recommend system architecture and design approaches.* Evaluate design concepts to assess development and manufacturing risks and propose risk mitigation strategies.* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including engineers, technicians, manufacturing, and quality assurance personnel.* Prepare technical documentation including **test procedures, reports, and technical presentations**.* Support and present at project-level reviews and design milestone meetings.**Minimum Qualifications*** MS degree or Ph.D. in Optical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience).* 5–7 years of experience in lidar systems design, analysis, and testing within the aerospace industry.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.**Required Knowledge & Skills*** Hands-on experience with **Lidar system design, data processing, and troubleshooting**.* Background in **space-qualified optical systems** is highly desirable.* Comfortable working in **cross-disciplinary teams** and across multiple engineering domains.* Familiarity with all phases of optical subsystem development: from conceptual layout to alignment and prototyping.* Experience performing system trade studies, tolerance analysis, and optical performance assessments.* Demonstrated ethical and professional behavior in line with company values.**Complementary Skills (Preferred but Not Required)*** Experience with **NASA flight hardware development** processes and standards.* Familiarity with FRED software for stray light analysis.**Basic Compensation:**$127,700.00 - $191,600.00The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.**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.Click here to learn more: #LI-EM2Belong, 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.* **We Value Our People –** We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.* **We Deliver –** We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.* **We Are People of Integrity –** We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.* **We Empower –** We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.* **We Are a Team of Teams –** We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. #J-18808-Ljbffr