Agile System Engineer

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Agile System Engineer to support the GED and Intelligence Community programs in Chantilly, VA. This contingent role involves designing, developing, testing, and delivering scalable defense-system solutions with a focus on Agile and DevOps practices.

You will collaborate across hardware, software, and data teams to meet critical mission requirements, contribute to architecture decisions, and ensure secure, compliant systems in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering with leadership in technical projects; experience in agile environments and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency in systems engineering tools, Agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban), and relevant programming or scripting languages.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities; ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies.
• Strong understanding of Agile, DevOps.
• Time management and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full software/system development lifecycle: design, coding, testing, debugging, deployment, and maintenance.
• Work with product owners, stakeholders, developers, QA, and operations to translate requirements into system solutions.
• Apply Agile principles: manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables in an iterative, customer-focused manner.
• Design and implement system architectures: ensure scalability, security, and performance while aligning with business goals.
• Debug defects, troubleshoot system problems, and implement fixes promptly.
• Ensure systems meet quality, security, and regulatory standards.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices through training and self-study.
• Create and maintain documentation: produce clear design and implementation documentation for future reference.

Skills

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Systems engineering

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Scrum/Kanban

Scripting languages

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Title

Agile System Engineer

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role - protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s 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.

Who You Are

KBR is looking for a motivated Agile Systems Engineer to join our team and provide Systems Engineer Technical Advisor (SETA) support for the Intelligence Community Customer Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED). GED plays a critical role in enabling the Intelligence Community Customer to plan and execute intelligence-gathering missions, transforming collected data into useful information for the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) users.

In this role, you will have the chance to design, develop, test, and deliver products that support our customers’ advanced systems. In support of GED Front Office, Chief Architect, Integrated Intelligence Program Office, Advanced Ground Office, and Enterprise Data Applications and Platforms. You'll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams focused on hardware, software, system integration, and data analysis to help achieve important missions and meet requirements.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award

Primary Responsibilities

• Participate in the full software/system development lifecycle: design, coding, testing, debugging, deployment, and maintenance.
• Work with product owners, stakeholders, developers, QA, and operations to translate requirements into system solutions.
• Apply Agile principles: manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables in an iterative, customer-focused manner.
• Design and implement system architectures: ensure scalability, security, and performance while aligning with business goals.
• Debug defects, troubleshoot system problems, and implement fixes promptly.
• Ensure systems meet quality, security, and regulatory standards.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices through training and self-study.
• Create and maintain documentation: produce clear design and implementation documentation for future reference.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance and Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, with proven leadership in technical projects; experience in agile environments and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency in systems engineering tools, Agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban), and relevant programming or scripting languages.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities; ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies.
• Strong understanding of Agile, DevOps.
• Time management and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Desired Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, let's shape the future together.

Basic Compensation

$121,100-166,500 annum (This range is for the VA area only)

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

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 team’s 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.

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