Strategic 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 Systems Engineering & Acquisition Program Manager to support advanced Department of Defense satellite communications and space systems programs. The successful candidate will provide technical and programmatic leadership for acquisition planning requirements development systems engineering stakeholder coordination and strategic modernization efforts across protected SATCOM and NC3-related architectures.

The ideal candidate possesses experience leading Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) supporting acquisition programs developing modernization strategies conducting trade studies and coordinating across government contractor and operational stakeholders.

The MSEIT effort provides leading-edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the United States Space Forces (USSF)Space SystemsCommand (SSC). We acquire state-of-the-art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) 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.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering and acquisition activities supporting Strategic SATCOM NC3 and enterprise space systems.
• Develop and evaluate architecture concepts technical baselines requirements and modernization strategies.
• Conduct system trade studies and technical assessments evaluating cost schedule performance and risk impacts.
• Support development of acquisition strategies program plans and requirements documentation.
• Coordinate with government agencies operational users contractors and external stakeholders to ensure mission alignment.
• Facilitate technical working groups integrated product teams and cross-functional engineering reviews.
• Support CONOPS development operational analyses and mission planning efforts.
• Track program risks opportunities schedules and technical performance measures.
• Assist with executive-level communications decision briefings and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Support digital engineering knowledge management and data management initiatives across program offices.
• Provide support during technical reviews milestone events and acquisition decision activities.

Work Environment:

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

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Bachelors degree in engineering Aerospace Engineering Systems Engineering Physics Mathematics or related technical discipline
• 5 years of experience supporting DoD Space Force Air Force Navy or related acquisition programs
• Experience with systems engineering and technical baseline management
• Experience supporting satellite communications (SATCOM) space systems ground systems or terminal systems
• Experience supporting Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) Protected SATCOM NC3 GPS PNT or MILSATCOM program space ground or terminal systems
• Experience leading or participating in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Familiarity with acquisition lifecycle processes and DoD acquisition regulations
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders across government and industry organizations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word PowerPoint Excel)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) Protected SATCOM NC3 GPS PNT or MILSATCOM programs
• Experience developing Concepts of Operations (CONOPS)
• Experience supporting modernization initiatives and technology insertion efforts
• Experience conducting technical trade studies and architecture evaluations
• Experience working with international partners and joint-service organizations
• Veteran military officer or government acquisition experience
• Masters degree in Engineering Systems Engineering Business or equivalent field
• Certifications such INCOSE CSEP or ESEP

Basic Compensation: $121000 to $151000 in El Segundo CA

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.