Futures Strategic Space Lead

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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.

KBR is seeking a Futures Strategic Space Lead to join our team in El Segundo CA.

You will join the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering team to help define the next generation of space communication systems supporting US Space Force (USSF) Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration 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.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering Integration and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Forces Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Forces acquisition of state-of-the-art Military 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:

• Manage strategic space future development for Space Systems Command (SSC) Military SATCOM portfolio
• Develop and maintain next generation technology and communications systems development and design baseline
• Manage technical baseline through procurement and Authority to Proceed (ATP)
• Integrate industry solutions into Nuclear Command Control and Communications (NC3) system baseline
• Design and sponsor demonstrators and prototypes to validate design assumptions
• Develop standards frameworks and models to describe and procure next generation NC3 systems
• Work with industry stakeholders users and operators to define requirements and capabilities
• Direct a small team of engineers to assess develop validate and document technical baseline

Work Environment:

Location: On-site

Travel Requirements: Minimal

Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active Secret clearance required for this position
• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in communications computer science networking radar Large Scale Integration (LSI) or equivalent technical degree
• 15 years experience
• 10 years experience with technical requirements development systems engineering systems integration technology development
• 5 years experience working with future technology efforts such as Analysis of Alternatives trades prototypes demonstrators standards development frameworks and models
• Ability to articulate market ideas and concepts with stakeholders in support of next generation technology
• Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with diverse technical teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (word excel PowerPoint)

Desired:

• Masters of Science (MS) degree in technical area such as engineering math physics or computer science
• Certifications such as PMP INCOSE CSEP ESEP
• Chief Engineer experience
• Experience with space systems and/or military or commercial satellite systems
• Experience overseeing development contracts to develop design assess simulation and prototype hardware and software
• Experience leading managing or supervising small teams
• Familiarity with NC3 organization and next generation concepts

Basic Compensation:$180000-$236000 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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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.