Systems Engineer IV Systems Integration and Test Expert

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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.

Position Title: Systems Engineer IV / Systems Integration and Test Expert

KBR is seeking a highly skilled Systems Integration and Test Expert to support planning integration test and validation of Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP) systems in KBRs Government Autonomy Modeling and Simulation Environment (GAME).

The selected candidate will work closely with government industry and partners to assess technology maturity develop integration strategies and support acquisition planning for the future of the Air Force ACP program. This is a senior position in which the candidate will apply in-depth operational expertise leadership and technical knowledge to support the Warfighter in ACP test and validation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support simulation-related analysis requirements development and systems engineering activities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams within AF/LCMC engineering user communities and external autonomy experts.
• Support integration plans interface definition verification strategies and test approaches for autonomous systems.

• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams including operators engineers and acquisition professionals.
• Execute simulations to evaluate system effectiveness or suitability under relevant operational conditions and scenarios.
• Strong communication skills and ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for leadership.
• Flexibility & Adaptability:Maintain a willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers requirements and needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• Minimum 7 years of experience in autonomy development autonomous systems integration AI/ML systems robotics or advanced mission systems.
• Exposure to Modeling & Simulation concepts & Standards (e.g. JSE AFSIM MACE).
• Familiarity in systems engineering processes (requirements integration verification validation).
• Familiarity with software development requirements management software (GitLab Artifactory Nexus) Test Management and Defect Tracking (JIRA).
• Hands-on experience with container technologies including Docker and Podman for building running and troubleshooting containerized applications.
• Experience with DoD acquisition or military aviation programs.
• An active Secret clearance is required.

Desired Experience:

• Masters degree desired. STEM degree desired.
• 5 years of experience in flight test as a discipline engineer or test conductor
• Experience using Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) or Digital Integrated Air Defense System (DIADS) simulator software.
• Prior experience supporting Air Force programs particularly in Fighter unmanned systems or advanced mission systems.
• Knowledge of digital engineering tools modeling & simulation and architecture frameworks (e.g. DoDAF UAF MBSE).

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site Beavercreek Ohio; Hybrid (3 days minimum in office)
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20% or as directed by mission requirements
• Working Hours: Standard 40 hours

Ready to Make a Difference

If 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 at KBR. Lets shape the future together.

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.

Belong Connect and Grow at KBR

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.