Senior Site Installation Engineer

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KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security this position your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.

KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the MSEIT contract. By applying to this position you are in consideration for KBR employment. However you also have the option to be hired by one of our subcontractor teammates.

You will join a systems engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting US Space Force (USSF) satellite communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members contractors government civilians and members of the USSF. You will lead and support several working groups responsible for leading technical discussion resolve and identify risk requirement gaps developing briefings writing and tracking action items and authoring meeting minutes.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering Integration and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Forces Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Forces acquisition of state of the art satellite communications systems providing global secure survivable and protected communications for our nations warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports USSF SSC Protected Tactical Enterprise (PTES) SATCOM Program Management Office (PMO) in Fielding of new SATCOM ground systems
• Sr. Engineer and Subject Matter Expert to PTES PMO Government Customer for all SATCOM Site Development System Integration and project acceptance documentation issues
• Maintains the PTES Fielding schedules and actively drives PTES Fielding projects through to completion for the PTES PMO Government Customer
• Authors Maintains Modifies Requirements Documents and Interface Control Documents. Actively engages in formal Change Management/Engineering Change Request processes
• Collaborates with Subject Matter Experts from other PTES PMO Functional Areas providing a Fielding perspective on issues or documents they are working
• Supports the PTES PMO Chief Engineer in Special Projects and High Visibility issues requiring SATCOM Fielding support

Work Environment:

• Location:On-site
• Travel Requirements:Average 25% can escalate to 75% during surges
• Working Hours:Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required for this position
• Bachelors Degree in related Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) field (i.e. Electrical Engineers Space Systems Engineering etc.)
• 12 years of applicable job experience in Space and Ground Systems Operations Planning Engineering & Management
  • Experience Fielding MILSATCOM systems such as AEHF EPS WGS and Tactical SATCOM or COMSATCOM
  • Experience with Defense Information Systems Agency SATCOM and terrestrial communications
• Experience authoring Requirements Documents Engineering Packages review of supplier design proposals
• Willing to travel as Task requirements dictate
• Functional understanding of Orbital Mechanics Timing & Synchronization and RF Link Budget Analysis
• Organization capability with ability to handle competing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate ideas recommendations and options to customers senior leaders and stakeholders
• Ability to resolve conflicts effectively and in a professional manner
• Expert in Microsoft Office products (Word Excel Powerpoint)

Desired:

• Understands Program Management of ACAT I through ACAT III programs
• Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP CSEP)
• Hands-on experience working in DoD SATCOM facilities or USSF Delta 8 Regional SATCOM Support Centers or Wideband SATCOM Operations Center
• Hands-on experience design coordination installation test and transition of MILSATCOM ground systems
• Demonstrated Project Management experience
• Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients
• Experience managing subcontractor and DoD Civilian suppliers

Basic Compensation:$148000 - $186000 in California

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge skills abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Ready to Make a DifferenceIf youreexcited 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.

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.

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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.