Title:
Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Data Fusion Network Engineer
KBR has an opportunity as a Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Data Fusion Network Engineer on the US Space Force, Space Systems Command, Battlespace Awareness Acquisition Delta’s Space Data Fusion team. The Sensor Data Fusion team is executing sensor communication upgrades and system of systems integration and automation projects to prototype and field next-generation Space Domain Awareness network and command and control systems, moving science and technology efforts to real-world execution.
The Battlespace Awareness Acquisition Delta (USSF SSC/SZB) executes system acquisition and modernization for ground- and space-based SDA sensors and command and control (C2) systems. Activities include acquisition program management, system, and subsystem engineering, maintenance and supply support, and fielding.
As an SDA Data Fusion Network Engineer, you will work closely with the Government Program Manager performing engineering tasks, research, studies, and analysis that provide technical, and managerial direction for problem definition, analysis, requirement development, and implementation for complex sensor networks. You will make recommendations and advise on system development, improvements, optimization, and support efforts and initiatives for developing and fielding war fighting systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Apply network architecture development and engineering knowledge and experience to advise the Government Program Management Office.
- Identify communication protocol and schema requirements for seamless data transmission between a globally distributed network of sensors.
- Author Application Programming Interface (API) requirements in support of machine-to-machine autonomous sensor management.
- Implement cybersecurity, information assurance, and risk management practices and produce artifacts to aid in the accreditation and sustainment of DoD network.
- Support Security Impact Assessment (SIA) activities and balance accreditation risk with capability delivery requirements.
- Interface with industry, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs), and other government organizations (DoD and the Intelligence Community) to bring state-of-the-art network capabilities into the SDA enterprise and provide technical implementation guidance.
- Work proactively with the government to contribute technically sound and practical advice to the customers on the subject of SDA network infrastructure and architecture, and in develop an integration/deployment framework.
- Support evaluation and validation of network systems, including development of criteria and procedures.
- Participate in requirements development to ensure requirements are verifiable; coordinate on test plan development and other verification activities with SSC/SZG contractors and stakeholders.
- Provide technical recommendation support services, including reviews, studies, audits, evaluations and analyses, scientific and procedural guidance, documentation, technical analysis, and support of associated engineering Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
- Assist in developing requirements, drafting, and revising solicitation documents including Statements of Work (SOWs), and drafting Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation.
- Evaluate proposals; provide analysis scoring vendor proposals against requirements and solicitation-documented evaluation criteria.
- Participate in trade studies to support selection of preferred design solutions, commercial hardware or software components, and preferred course of action alternatives in project development/system delivery.
- Support development of system integration plans, procedures, and scenarios used to conduct software/hardware network system integration testing.
- Review and provide comments/input to the development of overarching system design documentation to include technical requirements documents (TRD); capability description documents (CDD); capability production documents (CPD); interface control documents (ICDs); and System Specifications.
- Identify and track development and sustainment risks in support of Government activities; develop and execute technology insertion and risk reduction strategies, studies, and recommendations to mitigate identified risk conditions.
- Coordinate and lead resolution of system issues and deficiencies with prime contractors, depot contractors, and other support contractors.
- Provide relevant input to acquisition planning activities, upgrades, modifications, and studies, interface with stakeholders, contractor personnel, and product integrators.
- Support the Government’s planning, acquisition, modification, and execution of multiple contracts.
- Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations at the request of the Government.
- Other duties as required/requested by the Government within the constraints of the contract.
Qualifications:
Required:
- An active Secret clearance, eligible for Top Secret/SCI clearance, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
- Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- 4 years of directly relevant experience, 2 of which must be in the DoD, -OR- MA/MS degree and 2 years of directly relevant DoD experience.
- Extensive background in serving as an Information Systems Security Manager, overseeing the development, implementation, and enforcement of security policies and procedures; ensuring compliance with organizational, industry, and regulatory standards.
- Experience in implementing and managing international Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards.
- Experience in the accreditation and operation of DoD computer networks, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.
- Experience as a Program or Project Manager in a DoD, MDA, or IC Acquisition organization.
- Experience as an A&AS contractor in a DoD, MDA, or IC Acquisition organization.
- DoD Logistics, or Sustainment experience supporting similar requirements in DoD, MDA, IC, FFRDC, or DoD/DoE Laboratory organizations.
- Experience developing solicitation documents (RFI, RFP, PWS, SOW) and evaluating proposals.
Desired:
- DoD Acquisition, Logistics, or Sustainment experience supporting similar requirements in DoD, MDA, IC, FFRDC, or DoD/DoE Laboratory organizations.
- Familiarity and proven work experience with DoD Acquisition Program Management, including DoD Adaptive Acquisition Framework (5000 series) processes and requirements.
Work Environment:
- Location: On-site at 2424 Garden of the Gods Road and Peterson SFB, CO.
- Travel Requirements: Up to 25% to CONUS and OCONUS locations upon Government direction.
- Working Hours: Standard
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40hrs
Basic Compensation:
$130,000 - $140,000
This range is for Colorado only.
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.
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. 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.
- 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.
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