MILSATCOM Satellite Systems SME

Title:

KBR is seeking a Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Satellite Systems Subject Matter Expert to support Headquarters Combat Forces Command (HQ CFC). This role is focused on the satellite space segmentincluding satellite architectures payloads spacecraft buses and onorbit performanceand is not focused on SATCOM terminals user equipment or tactical terminal employment.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience with MILSATCOM satellite systems across the space vehicle life cycle supporting government decision-making related to architecture acquisition testing fielding sustainment and operational transition of space-based capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical advice to HQ CFC on MILSATCOM satellite space vehicle architectures including payloads buses interfaces and mission-level design considerations.
• Develop and document recommendations for policy positions related to the fielding sustainment and modernization of satellite systems and associated capabilities.
• Perform requirements operational sustainment and systems engineering analysis focused on satellite and payload performance.
• Conduct system and technical analyses to support development verification and validation of test and acceptance requirements.
• Support Space Force Deltas with both immediate and deliberate operational requirements.
• Advise on on-orbit performance spacecraft anomalies sustainment risks and design trade impacts to mission effectiveness and resilience.
• Facilitate internal and external stakeholder engagements in support of satellite system program goals and objectives.
• Provide rapid high-quality responses to taskings and prepare clear professional decision-support products.
• Support limited travel to customer events and coordination activities as required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• An active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required. An active Secret clearance may be considered which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
• Demonstrated experience with satellite systems spacecraft buses hosted or primary payloads or satellite system engineering.
• Experience supporting MILSATCOM space vehicles in acquisition sustainment operations or engineering roles.
• Familiarity with MILSATCOM constellations such as Advanced Extremely High Frequency (AEHF) Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) or Protected SATCOM payloads.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into actionable recommendations for senior government leadership.
• Ability to work in a secure confined location (i.e. SCIF).

Desired:

• Prior experience supporting Headquarters-level space organizations such as Headquarters Combat Forces Command Space Systems Command Combatant Command staffs or Service-level Headquarters with responsibility for space or satellite system oversight.
• Direct experience with MILSATCOM satellite space vehicles and payloads including strategic protected or wideband satellite constellations (e.g. Advanced Extremely High Frequency Milstar Wideband Global SATCOM Enterprise or Enhanced SATCOM payloads).
• Experience conducting technical analysis and developing courses of action related to satellite architectures payload design trades constellation performance or onorbit sustainment.
• Demonstrated ability to assess space segment risks performance limitations and sustainment considerations and translate findings into decision-quality recommendations for senior leaders.
• Familiarity with Department of Defense acquisition and requirements processes applicable to space systems.
• Familiarity with Department of Defense resource planning processes including Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE).
• Bachelors degree in engineering systems engineering physics or a closely related technical discipline.

Work Environment:

• Location: Peterson SFB CO
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40hrs

Basic Compensation:

$125000 - $140000

This range is for Colorado only.

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

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses commissions or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus relocation benefits short term incentives long term incentives or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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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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.

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.

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