Title:
Modeling and Simulation Engineer
KBR is seeking a highly qualified Systems Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have the ability to perform analysis of space and ground systems; as well as support modeling and simulation of complex space systems. Analysis and Modeling & Simulation actives will support analysis of technical maturation, validation of requirements, verification and validation of algorithms, and analysis of algorithms pre- and post-implementation.
Responsibilities
- Analysis of space systems, performance metrics, timelines, and models
- Support to modeling and simulation activities
- Identify and document issues impacting both spacecraft and ground systems through objective analysis and processes
- Support to analysis of system technical maturation studies and presentation of findings to the customer
- Provide pre- and post-algorithm implementation and process analysis and modeling
- Provide support to verification and validation of algorithms including tuning, testing, and integration planning
- Support orbital analysis, including threats assessments/impacts, trades, and analyses
- Communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Participate in system design reviews and technical interchange meetings
- Interface with customers, directorate/office representatives, and across system engineering groups to drive resolution plans and strategies for complex technical challenges
- Generate and maintain technical documentation and reports
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s STEM degree, or related field
- 3-5 years of experience in modeling and simulation, analyzing algorithms, or verification and validations of systems
- Ability to collaborate across stakeholder organizations
- Strong communication skills to interface with customers, directorate/office representatives, and across system engineering groups
- Ability to generate and maintain technical documentation and reports
- Experience using one or more of the following: C++, Python, R, SQL, PostgreSQL, Linux, MATLAB, VBA, or STK
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in modeling and simulation
- Prior experience providing analysis support
- Knowledge of impacting mission threats
- Prior experience with government satellite systems and/or space situational awareness
- Experience in the NRO
- Experience with CONOPs, architecture products, and/or requirements
- Experience support wargames and exercises
Security Requirements: Active Top Secret clearance and eligible for SCI. Current TS/SCI preferred.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.
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.
