Senior Sustainment Systems 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 is seeking a Senior Sustainment Systems Engineer to support a Space Systems Command (SSC) Program Management Office (PMO) located at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB) CO. We conduct Operations & Sustainment (O&S) activities for state-of-the-art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Nuclear Command Control and Communications (NC3) systems providing global secure survivable and protected communications for our Nations warfighters.

KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering Integration and Test (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.

We are looking for an experienced proactive Systems Engineer who is a self-starter capable of autonomous on-the-job learning/growth while working in a collaborative environment of small teams. The ideal candidate will employ their skills and experience to tackle technical challenges and drive executable solutions for legacy and transitioning strategic and tactical space-based telecommunication capabilities. This opportunity is an engineering management position where the ideal candidate will not only have the required technical acumen but also the ability to proactively engage and effectively manage technical baselines using established/proven government systems engineering integration & test (SEIT) processes and procedures to advance O&S activities for legacy and transitioning capabilities employed in the field. Join our high-functioning high-performing MSEIT Sustainment Integrated Product Team (IPT) and be an important part of directly and positively affecting Joint and Allied combat readiness as they employ MILSATCOM and NC3 space systems terminals and software applications worldwide during full spectrum military operations.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering Integration and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Forces Space Systems Command. We support the Space Forces acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems providing global secure 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.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Engage both government and corporate stakeholders to effectively produce outstanding results

Provide senior-level critical thinking and problem solving skills to the government customer; drive technical challenges to their most logical resolution

Coordinate with numerous stakeholders/customers from DoW agencies to commercial industry that translate to tangible positive mission-focused results

Learn and apply established government SEIT processes and procedures in support of MILSATCOM and NC3 O&S activities

Develop analyze and maintain systems engineering documentation and capability requirements to ensure alignment with mission objectives and continuous readiness

Apply Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) frameworks and DoW acquisition best practices to daily program office operations directly advancing strategic and tactical MILSATCOM space systems

Travel: Up to 20% to CONUS and OCONUS locations upon government customer direction

Qualifications:

Required:

Active DoW SECRET clearance required to be considered for this position

Bachelors degree in engineering mathematics physics computer science or equivalent technical discipline from an accredited university

5 years experience in SE&I associated with system acquisitions and/or O&S

Expertise with requirements development and analysis and the development of systems engineering-related documents

Knowledge of Agile software development processes and applications (i.e. Jira/Confluence)

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills

Effective interpersonal and team-player skills

Clear and concise written verbal communications and presentation skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word Excel PowerPoint Project)

Preferred:

6 years of experience in a DoW program office with an understanding of DoW acquisition processes

6 years of experience working with strategic & tactical MILSATCOM space systems

Experience working in a CMMI environment

Possess knowledge of Agile software development processes and applications (e.g. Jira/Confluence)

Direct experience with Change Management and Configuration Management (CM) processes

Possess Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PMP) certification

This position is 100% onsite at Peterson Space Force Bases (PSFB) Product Support Facility (PSF) given mission requirements and is not eligible for formal hybrid or full remote employment options.

Basic Compensation: $110000-$138000 in Colorado Springs

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 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.

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.