Satellite Systems Engineer

Title:

KBR is hiring skilled and motivated candidates to join our space and satellite operations team at Kirtland AFB supporting Concept Exploration Mission Readiness activities and Satellite Operations for unique oneofakind satellite systems at Kirtland AFB NM in support of the Space Systems Command Innovation and Prototyping Delta.

An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for leading and/or participating in space mission prelaunch launch and onorbit operations activities to include mission exercises and rehearsals in the capacity of mission lead evaluation engineer or senior operator as assigned.
• Obtain certification as a space mission operations engineer on multiple experimental satellite missions.
• Support system readiness planning preparation and ops crew evaluation for satellite launch and early orbit operations onorbit operations and endoflife retirement/disposal.
• Provide recommendations and advice to program leadership regarding satellite faults ground system failures or operator errors.
• Lead engineering reviews and participate in engineering boards and configuration boards both internally and with the government customer.
• Create engineering test plans and products as well as assist in development and review of operational procedures developed by program mission lead personnel.
• Directly interface with program management crossfunctional program stakeholders suppliers customers team members and government representatives and manage effective communications among them to include providing engineering project or mission status as required.
• Develop longterm strategic roadmap for operational engineering and test objectives.
• Promote corporate culture and foster an environment of collaboration innovation and professional development within the team.
• Identify and develop opportunities for technical or process improvement.
• Develop relationships with the customer and team members.
• Travel on occasion as required (minimal).
• Position may occasionally require shift work or support during offshift hours.

Qualifications:

Required:

• An active TS/SCI is required to be considered for this position which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
• Bachelors Degree (engineering management or related discipline preferred) or equivalent experience in a systems engineering capacity.
• 7 years of directlyrelated experience in space operations space engineering or ground systems engineering (can be waived with related experience outside of direct space operations).
• Requires problemsolving skills and ability to follow procedures checklists and contingency plans.
• Graphical user interface and scripting experience highly desired
• C Perl experience desired
• Masters degree in engineering or technical field desired
• Extensive background in identifying and addressing challenges to include innovations that result in positive organizational impact.

Work Environment:

• Location: Onsite
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 020
• Working Hours: Panama schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40hrs

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!

KBRs National Security Solutions team provides highend 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 countrys most critical role protecting our national security.

Why Join Us

• Innovative Projects: KBRs 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.

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.