I&T Engineer at KBR, Inc in Columbia, MD
Title:
I&T Engineer KBR is seeking an Integration & Test (I&T) Engineer for the Science & Space Division. The I&T Engineer will provide support for the NOAA GOES-R Ground System. The Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) - R Series is the nation's most advanced fleet of geostationary weather satellites. The GOES-R Series significantly improves the detection and observation of environmental phenomena that directly affect public safety, protection of property and our nation's economic health and prosperity. The GOES-R Series is a four-satellite program (GOES-R/S/T/U) that will extend the availability of the operational GOES satellite system through 2036. The satellites provide advanced imaging with increased spatial resolution and faster coverage for more accurate forecasts, real-time mapping of lightning activity, and improved monitoring of solar activity and space weather. NOAA developed a state-of-the-art ground system that receives data from GOES-R Series spacecraft and generates real-time data products. This is accomplished via a core set of functional elements, which include space/ground communications, raw data processing, monitoring satellite health and safety, and commanding the spacecraft and instruments, as well as a new antenna system and a product access component. The GOES-R core ground system consists of two primary locations that receive data from GOES-R Series satellites:
NOAA Satellite Operations Facility (NSOF) in Suitland, Maryland, and Wallops Command and Data Acquisition Station (WCDAS) in Wallops, Virginia. A third operations facility in Fairmont, West Virginia, serves as the Consolidated Backup (CBU).
Responsibilities:
Designs and develops advanced test programs, processes, and systems to measure the functionality and integrity of products and services. Typically leads the design and building of test stations. Writes advanced highly complex test procedures and protocols to assess product reliability and evaluates the ability of products to meet performance standards and specifications. Monitors the gathering of test data and typically supervises the evaluation of test results to determine if product designs and architecture meets customer specifications and performance expectations. Develops advanced highly complex test simulations to evaluate how products react under different conditions and analyzes product failure to assess the integrity and reliability of product performance. Defines debug protocols for test hardware and software. Analyzes complex test cases and scenarios and reports results. Collaborates with other engineering groups to improve or upgrade product performance. May provide technical consultation to other organizations and work leadership for lower level employees. Excludes those with full supervisory responsibilities. Responsible for the planning and testing during Factory Acceptance Testing, System Acceptance Testing, Interface testing, mission rehearsals, and support the GOES-R Ground System during operations, maintenance, integration, testing, and defect repair, enhancements, and upgrades. Direct testing and evaluation of systems and equipment in support of the mission. Direct evaluation and integration of RF equipment, Modems, Front-End Processors, and recorders. Travel is required. Able to work on-site at the KBR Columbia, MD facility. Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline (Math, Physics, Computer Science) 10
years of applicable progressively complex related experience, including testing the integration of complex hardware/software systems. Development of test procedures, execution, defect recording, tracking and test reporting Development of testing software/scripts Operation of various test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc. Able to successfully complete a high risk public trust background investigation Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
Satellite/Ground command and data encryption Data recording and archive Time and frequency distribution systems RF / Communication hardware sustainment and preventive maintenance Linux and Windows system administrative and scripting functions.
Salary Range:
$150K -- $200K
Minimum Qualification
Systems Architecture & Engineering, Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
I&T Engineer KBR is seeking an Integration & Test (I&T) Engineer for the Science & Space Division. The I&T Engineer will provide support for the NOAA GOES-R Ground System. The Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) - R Series is the nation's most advanced fleet of geostationary weather satellites. The GOES-R Series significantly improves the detection and observation of environmental phenomena that directly affect public safety, protection of property and our nation's economic health and prosperity. The GOES-R Series is a four-satellite program (GOES-R/S/T/U) that will extend the availability of the operational GOES satellite system through 2036. The satellites provide advanced imaging with increased spatial resolution and faster coverage for more accurate forecasts, real-time mapping of lightning activity, and improved monitoring of solar activity and space weather. NOAA developed a state-of-the-art ground system that receives data from GOES-R Series spacecraft and generates real-time data products. This is accomplished via a core set of functional elements, which include space/ground communications, raw data processing, monitoring satellite health and safety, and commanding the spacecraft and instruments, as well as a new antenna system and a product access component. The GOES-R core ground system consists of two primary locations that receive data from GOES-R Series satellites:
NOAA Satellite Operations Facility (NSOF) in Suitland, Maryland, and Wallops Command and Data Acquisition Station (WCDAS) in Wallops, Virginia. A third operations facility in Fairmont, West Virginia, serves as the Consolidated Backup (CBU).
Responsibilities:
Designs and develops advanced test programs, processes, and systems to measure the functionality and integrity of products and services. Typically leads the design and building of test stations. Writes advanced highly complex test procedures and protocols to assess product reliability and evaluates the ability of products to meet performance standards and specifications. Monitors the gathering of test data and typically supervises the evaluation of test results to determine if product designs and architecture meets customer specifications and performance expectations. Develops advanced highly complex test simulations to evaluate how products react under different conditions and analyzes product failure to assess the integrity and reliability of product performance. Defines debug protocols for test hardware and software. Analyzes complex test cases and scenarios and reports results. Collaborates with other engineering groups to improve or upgrade product performance. May provide technical consultation to other organizations and work leadership for lower level employees. Excludes those with full supervisory responsibilities. Responsible for the planning and testing during Factory Acceptance Testing, System Acceptance Testing, Interface testing, mission rehearsals, and support the GOES-R Ground System during operations, maintenance, integration, testing, and defect repair, enhancements, and upgrades. Direct testing and evaluation of systems and equipment in support of the mission. Direct evaluation and integration of RF equipment, Modems, Front-End Processors, and recorders. Travel is required. Able to work on-site at the KBR Columbia, MD facility. Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline (Math, Physics, Computer Science) 10
years of applicable progressively complex related experience, including testing the integration of complex hardware/software systems. Development of test procedures, execution, defect recording, tracking and test reporting Development of testing software/scripts Operation of various test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc. Able to successfully complete a high risk public trust background investigation Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
Satellite/Ground command and data encryption Data recording and archive Time and frequency distribution systems RF / Communication hardware sustainment and preventive maintenance Linux and Windows system administrative and scripting functions.
Salary Range:
$150K -- $200K
Minimum Qualification
Systems Architecture & Engineering, Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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