Title:
SPACE SYSTEMS ENGINEER
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.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Systems Engineering and Technical Advising: The (SETA) Engineer will contribute to government’s mission success through end-to-end analysis, thought leadership and proactive action.
Space Operations: conduct threat assessments and develop courses of actions; develop tactics, techniques, and procedures to support operational objectives.
Space Protection (SP): Assess mission and space protection doctrine, strategies, and plans; provide vetted analysis and recommendations to improve SP architectures and capabilities.
War Game/Exercise Planning: Monitor, evaluate and potentially participate in war games and exercises; assess lessons learned for best practice implementation for improvement.
Integration Oversight: oversee space protection functions and capabilities of delivered systems; provide analysis of schedules, capabilities delivered meet operational needs.
Communications/Briefing Management: Review documentation, represent government as required in forums that support streamlined delivery of new capabilities and standardization of integration efforts.
Work Environment:
Qualifications:
Required:
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or relevant field, and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters in STEM or relevant field, and seven (7) years or more experience.
Experience in systems engineering processes (e.g. SE lifecycle, risk management, change management, etc.).
Thorough knowledge of orbital analysis; readily articulates pros/cons of orbital changes.
Strong understanding of integrating Government capabilities into operations baseline.
Working knowledge of joint operations planning processes.
Knowledge of satellite constellations, spacecraft orbit, and ground station characteristics.
In-depth knowledge of space vehicle components; Satellite Control Network and related terrestrial space control systems.
Expert at defining solutions for broad, abstract topics; succinctly captures issues for the customer and provides analysis and recommendations.
Ability to work independently and with a team; operate effectively with contractor, SETA, FFRDC, and Government teammates.
Self-starter, anticipates and proactively addresses customer requirements with no supervision; ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables.
Polished communicator (written/verbal) with impeccable interpersonal skills and personal judgment.
Master at collaboration and coordination with multiple stakeholders -- consensus builder.
Desired:
Real-time operations experience as a spacecraft or ground systems operator
Familiar with MBSE/Digital Engineering, AGILE development, cloud technologies
Experience with Jira, Confluence
Basic Compensation: $122,400 - $183,600
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
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.
