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Who We Are

KBR Mission Technical Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA and other federal agencies. KBRs areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity. KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

The Mission Ahead

This role is with KBRs Mission Tech Solutions (MTS). At KBR MTS, we don't just envision a world that's safer, more secure, and sustainable - we create it. Our legacy of delivering advanced full life cycle professional and technical solutions is matched only by our commitment to operational readiness and innovation. As stewards of critical missions for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA, and other key federal entities, we excel in engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity. United in our quest for excellence, KBR stands at the vanguard, ready to transform possibilities into impactful realities for a better tomorrow.

Why Join KBR?

• Mentorship from experienced subject matter experts
• Cutting edge projects, relevant to real world challenges
• Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment
• Networking opportunities with other technologists and executives
• Competitive pay and great company culture

As a National Security Solutions Optical Engineering Intern, you will:

• Support analysis of optical imaging data, including processing, filtering, and extraction of spectral or radiometric information.
• Develop or enhance software tools for ingesting, storing, and analyzing system operating parameters.
• Perform trend analysis and generate data visualizations to support system performance evaluation.
• Assist with modeling and simulation of optical systems using numerical tools and established codes.
• Compare imagederived spectral characteristics with reference material libraries to assess aging or degradation effects.
• Conduct technical literature reviews related to imaging systems, optical materials, and signal processing methods.
• Document methods, results, and recommendations in technical notes and presentations.

Selected interns for this paid opportunity will be provided with the opportunity to mentor with experienced professionals, gain experience and establish a name for themselves in this high demand career field.

Required Skillset:

• Pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with scientific programming tools such as Python or MATLAB.
• Fundamental understanding of optical systems, image processing, or signal analysis.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a technical environment.
• Strong work ethics and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Scheduled Weekly Hours: Average 40 hours per week, 10 weeks in duration during the period of Sumer 2026

Requirement:

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must pass a Security Pre-Screen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

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 teams 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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