Aircraft Systems Integrator

KBR Careers; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Aircraft Systems Integrator to support the Advanced Sensors Technologies Program Office at NAS Patuxent River, MD. The role focuses on integrating EO/IR systems on Navy aircraft, developing network architectures, and supporting testing and engineering change proposals.

The position requires active TS/SSBI clearance, a technical degree (or equivalent experience), and hands-on experience with Navy aircraft integration. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SSBI clearance with recent update.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline OR 8+ years of systems integration experience.
• Experience with Navy aircraft, installation, and checkout; ability to read schematics and troubleshoot.
• Experience reading schematics and troubleshooting complex aviation subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration for aircraft optical systems and network architectures as a subject matter expert.
• Conduct subsystem interface design and research to ensure EO/IR integration on the P-8A aircraft.
• Perform functional analysis of integrated networks to meet customer performance goals.
• Support development and evaluation of technical proposals and ECPs for AST projects.
• Conduct post-modification subsystem checkouts, testing, troubleshooting, and technical direction.
• Develop system interconnect diagrams and provide guidance on product logistics for AST systems.
• Provide hands-on training to military and civilian personnel, including in-flight test support on the P-8A as a Project Specialist.
• Attend AST program meetings and report status updates to government leadership and integration teams.
• Travel up to 25% to support integration and testing activities across program locations.

Skills

Systems integration

Installation & checkout

Reading schematics

Visio/AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Visio

AutoCAD

Job description

Title

Aircraft Systems Integrator

KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

KBR is seeking a Aircraft Systems Integrator (ASI) to support the Advanced Sensors Technologies (AST) Program Office at NAS Patuxent River, MD. The candidate will perform a variety of engineering work in the development of cutting‑edge DoD operable system network capabilities while meeting customer requirements within the imposed constraints. The position supports advanced technical projects with strategic planning, accelerated schedules, equipment integration onto aircraft and testing requirements from multi-disciplined cross‑functional teams.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Lead integration efforts for aircraft optical systems and associated network architectures as a subject matter expert.
• Conduct subsystem interface design and research to ensure seamless integration of EO/IR systems onto P‑8A aircraft.
• Perform functional analysis of integrated networks to confirm alignment with customer performance goals.
• Support development and evaluation of technical proposals and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for AST projects.
• Conduct post‑modification subsystem checkouts, testing, troubleshooting, and technical direction across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Develop system interconnect diagrams and provide guidance on product logistics for AST systems.
• Provide specialized hands‑on training to military and civilian personnel, including in‑flight test support on the P‑8A as a Project Specialist.
• Attend and contribute to AST program meetings, reporting status updates to government leadership and integration teams.
• Travel up to 25% to support integration and testing activities across program locations.

Basic Qualifications

• Clearance & Citizenship: Active Top Secret/SSBI; SSBI completed within the last 6 years or enrollment in Continuous Evaluation.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline OR High School Diploma with at least 8 years of systems integration experience.
• Experience: Systems integration, installation, and checkout experience on Navy aircraft; demonstrated ability to read schematics and troubleshoot complex aviation subsystems.
• Software/Tools: Experience editing or creating drawings in Visio or AutoCAD.
• Certification(s): Ability to pass physical and water survival qualification requirements to fly as a Project Specialist.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Wescam EO/IR systems.
• P‑8A aircraft integration, installation, and checkout experience.
• Fiber optic cleaning/inspection/fabrication certification.
• Familiarity with P‑8A Turret Deployment Unit and MX‑series installations.
• Knowledge of the Navy Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP).

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 hours/week

Compensation:

$125,000- $145,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and in 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 a 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.