System Data Analyst/WAKE

Title:

KBR, Inc., located in Cambridge, MA, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to support the wake turbulence work.  KBR Inc. supports the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Volpe Center in managing and collecting data for wake turbulence in a complex field network combination of wake sensors (Vortex SODARS, pulsed LIDARS), weather sensors (TEMP Profiler, SONIC anemometers), aircraft event sensors (laser rangefinders, pressure transducers), aircraft identification sensor (Mode S squitter receiver, ADS-B receivers) and communications networks. The work supports the FAA’s Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen). Our work helps the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) improve safety, alleviate air traffic congestion, and mitigate environmental impacts. The selected candidate will join a dynamic multidisciplinary team operating in an agile and fast paced environment and utilizing state-of-the-art technologies.

**Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance**

Responsibilities

The selected candidate could provide support in the following areas:

• Collection of wake turbulence data
• Management and processing of wake turbulence data
• Collaborate with the customer to define and document requirements
• Implement new functionality as required
• Attend and participate in government meetings

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of related experience
• Experience working with business processes
• Experience data processing and management
• Experience with structured analysis techniques
• Experience with system benchmarking and performance evaluation
• Experience in requirements analysis, system design, system architecture, data analysis, and data modeling.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of FAA wake turbulence work

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.