Jr​/Mid​/Sr PNT Engineer

Communications and Navigation Engineers, Scientists, Analysts

K  is a technology-driven company providing high-end, creative software and engineering solutions to critical national security missions across space, cyber, ISR, missile defense and intelligence domains. K  provides our customers with systems engineering support for solving the full spectrum of signal processing challenges. Our multi-disciplinary teams tackle challenges across the navigation, communications, electronic warfare, and cyber security domains.

Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Engineer all levels

We are currently seeking individuals with experience in Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) engineering to join our team in Beavercreek, Ohio. As a PNT Engineer, you will be responsible for designing approaches for hardware in the loop testing of GPS and GNSS receivers, physical setup and measurement of results, as well as analysis and reporting of the findings. This job also includes interfacing and communicating clearly with customers and co-workers.

We are seeking applicants who can deliver innovative solutions and work in an environment that encourages agile, mission-driven approaches that deliver valuable results through efficient means to their customers.

* NOTE WE ARE LOOKING FOR JUNIOR, MID LEVELS, and Sr. Engineers Responsibilities

Perform multi-disciplined engineering and analysis primarily in the areas of Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), Communications, signal propagation theory, or electronics. The types of activities supported include scenario development, simulation, static lab testing, hardware-in-the-loop testing, data processing, and field testing.

Tasks include developing and planning technical approaches and assessing program resources, system performance, and risks. The individuals should provide in-depth research and apply first order principles predominantly in the areas of communications theory, analysis, problem or task approach development, troubleshooting, and/or technical support for operations/test planning and prediction.

Potentially serve as group leaders for complex tasks requiring extensive knowledge in multiple technical disciplines. Other positions include serving as functional subject matter experts.

Provide engineering, technical, and managerial direction for problem definition, analysis, constraint development and implementation for complex systems required to meet technical requirements. Activities include making recommendations and advising on system development, improvements, optimization, or support efforts. Performs risk assessments and analysis employing modeling and simulation techniques.

Author reports, develop and provide presentations, plans, and contribute insights in support of the program.

Desired Job Qualifications Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in a relevant technical field5+ years’ technical experience in communications or navigationGPS or GNSS experience

Experience testing hardware in the loop

Knowledge or interest in digital design and processing or radio frequency signals

Theoretical and practical knowledge in areas of communications, navigation, and electrical engineering

Lab experience including but not limited to oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, soldering, making cables, populating/fixing PCBs, etc.

Experience with Linux and Windows based operating systems

Strong knowledge with Python, C#, C++, or other similar languages

Experience managing customer relations

Technical writing and verbal communications skills

Skills in working in team/individual environments

Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

Belong, Connect and Grow at K

At K , 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.

K  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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