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Embedded Software Developer

KBR Careers
Lexington, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026
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Embedded Software Developer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

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.

KBR is seeking Embedded Software Developers. In one of these positions, you will operate as part of a multidisciplinary MIT LL team and be responsible for developing flight software for prototype advanced communications systems.

Part of tasking will entail supporting technical exchange meetings, test planning, procedure reviews, and providing technical reports to management and our MIT LL customer. These positions require the candidate to have an active DoD Secret clearance.

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.

Key Responsibilities

  • Development of flight software for prototype systems
  • Support of integration and testing activities
  • Troubleshooting of issues during integration and testing

Basic Compensation

$85,000 - $95,000 USD annually

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Work Environment

  • Location: On-site with the possibility of hybrid arrangement
  • Travel Requirements: Willing and able to travel (up to 25%, typically CONUS)
  • Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications

Required:

  • The ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Experience with C
  • Experience with real-time operating systems
  • Good oral and communication skills
  • Outgoing and energetic with the ability to work within a team environment

Desired

  • Familiarity with Matlab
  • Familiarity with Python
  • Experience with flight software development
  • Experience with Flight Systems software
  • Possess strong oral and written communications skills, and must be able to present findings/results to internal and external organizations
  • Willing and able to travel (up to 25%, typically CONUS)
  • BS in EE or CS

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.

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Salary : $85,000 - $95,000

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