Agile System Engineer

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

Job summary

KBR's Mission Technology Solutions team seeks an Agile Systems Engineer to support the Intelligence Community Customer Ground Enterprise Directorate. You will design, develop, test, and deliver systems that enable intelligence missions with cross-functional teams across hardware, software, and data analysis.

Ideal candidates have a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, 5+ years in systems engineering, and experience in agile/DevOps environments.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and Polygraph required.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of systems engineering experience with leadership in technical projects; experience in agile environments and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency with systems engineering tools, Agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban), and relevant programming or scripting languages.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.
• Understanding of Agile and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full software/system development lifecycle: design, coding, testing, debugging, deployment, and maintenance.
• Translate requirements with product owners, stakeholders, developers, QA, and operations into system solutions.
• Apply Agile principles: manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables iteratively.
• Design and implement scalable, secure system architectures aligned with business goals.
• Debug defects, troubleshoot system problems, and implement prompt fixes.
• Ensure systems meet quality, security, and regulatory standards.
• Create and maintain documentation: design and implementation details.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

Systems engineering experience

Agile/DevOps

Programming/Scripting

Communication/Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering/CS/EE or related field

Master's Degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban)

Job description

Title: Agile System Engineer

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

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.

Basic Compensation:

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

The rate offered will be based on the selected candidate's work location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience, contract affordability and 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

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'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.