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KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
- Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
This is a contingent position based upon contract award
KBR is seeking a highly motivated and Junior AI Engineer to join our Verification and Validation team. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and accuracy of our AI technologies and products. You will work on a broad range of projects, from initial development to deployment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and Apply Verification and Validation Techniques:
- Develop and apply current verification and validation paradigms, including model testing, simulation, and formal methods, to ensure the accuracy and reliability of AI systems.
- Engage in every phase of the system development lifecycle, including requirements generation, system and software design, implementation, integration, and testing.
- Take ownership of critical tasks to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Participate in the development of proposals and whitepapers to secure funding for verification and validation projects.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy AI solutions.
- Communicate complex technical concepts and solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
- Engage with other teams to identify opportunities for verification and validation of AI systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
Technical Skills:
- Strong background in software engineering, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
- Experience with current verification and validation paradigms, including model testing, simulation, and formal methods.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
- Strong background in signal processing theory and application (radar, communication, electronic warfare, sonar, audio, or biomedical).
Soft Skills:
- Self-motivation, strong work ethic, and time management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as computer science, electrical engineering, or mathematics.
- 3-5 years of experience in AI or a related field.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline.
- Experience developing with machine learning frameworks (Pytorch, Tensorflow, MxNet, Caffe, Keras, etc.).
- Experience with Python and multiple libraries (NumPy, OpenCV, Scikit, Pandas, SciPy, etc.).
- Understanding of software engineering best practices.
- Must be a US Citizen
- TS/SCI with willingness to sit for a Poly
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 in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
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.
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.
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.
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