Principal Software Integration Systems Engineer

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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.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Deputy Chief Engineer to lead and manage a large software engineering organization supporting critical USAF programs. In this role you will be responsible for overseeing a team of approximately 300 software developers across 10 agile teams ensuring the successful integration and delivery of complex software systems within a dynamic and evolving technological landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to a large team of software developers working on multiple interconnected projects.
• Foster a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering organization.
• Drive the adoption and implementation of ModelBased Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools specifically CAMEO or similar.
• Oversee the design development and integration of complex software systems using a systemofsystems approach.
• Ensure seamless integration of software components developed by different teams and leveraging diverse technologies.
• Champion the adoption and optimization of Agile software development methodologies including Scrum and Kanban.
• Promote the use of modern software development practices including CI/CD pipelines automated testing and cloudnative architectures.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies including cloud computing containerization (Kubernetes) and microservices and assess their applicability to current and future projects.
• Develop and manage technical roadmaps ensuring alignment with overall program objectives and strategic goals.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences including senior leadership and government stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers fostering their technical growth and career progression.

Qualifications:

Required :

• Masters degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Systems Engineering or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in software engineering with a proven track record of leading largescale software development efforts.
• Extensive experience with systemofsystems engineering principles and methodologies.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with MBSE tools specifically CAMEO or similar.
• Deep understanding of Agile software development methodologies and their practical implementation.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (AWS Azure or GCP) and related technologies.
• Experience with containerization technologies particularly Kubernetes (K8s).
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.

Desired:

• Experience with USAF software development processes and standards.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and practices.
• Active TopSecret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Ready to Make a Difference

If youre 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. Lets 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 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.