Associate Technical Professional - Systems Engineer

KBR Careers; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance and AD&D

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Career development

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Associate Technical Professional - Systems Engineer to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. The role requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance and supports the modernization of the Satellite Communications Network (SCN) worldwide.

The position involves working with multidisciplinary teams through the full system life-cycle, including requirements development, integration, testing, and field deployment activities, with a focus on space and defense systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and collaboration in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel 20–50% for field implementations and testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and manage system requirements for communications and infrastructure modernization projects.
• Design and evaluate subsystem interfaces for integration across hardware, software, and network components.
• Participate in system integration, verification, validation, and acceptance testing.

Skills

Strong communication

Security clearance

Systems engineering

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Job description

Title

Associate Technical Professional - Systems Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

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.

Job Title

Associate Technical Professional - Systems Engineering

Job Summary

KBR is seeking an Associate Technical Professional - Systems Engineer to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance is required, which is something that only a US Citizen is eligible to obtain. In this role, you will support the modernization and sustainment of the Satellite Communications Network (SCN), a global network of ground sites that enable critical satellite communications capabilities for U.S. Government missions. This position supports engineering efforts associated with the development, integration, testing, and deployment of system upgrades at sites located around the world. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer interested in applying systems engineering principles to complex communications and space-related systems. The selected candidate will work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams through the full system life-cycle, including requirements development, system integration, verification testing, implementation planning, and field deployment activities.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, analysis, and management of system requirements for communications and infrastructure modernization projects.
• Assist with system design activities and evaluation of subsystem interfaces to ensure successful integration across hardware, software, and network components.
• Participate in system integration, verification, validation, and acceptance testing efforts.
• Develop and execute test procedures, document results, and support resolution of technical issues discovered during testing.
• Assist with implementation planning and deployment activities at operational SCN sites worldwide.
• Prepare technical documentation including engineering reports, test plans, interface documentation, and presentation materials.
• Analyze technical data and system performance metrics to support engineering recommendations and decision-making.
• Coordinate with software, network, cybersecurity, and hardware engineering teams to support project execution.
• Support technical reviews, project meetings, and customer engagements by providing status updates and engineering assessments.
• Travel to domestic and international locations to support system installation, integration, testing, and commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Understanding of systems engineering principles, system integration processes, and technical problem solving.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20-50% in support of field implementations and testing activities.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with Linux operating systems.
• Experience or coursework involving Software Defined Radios (SDRs).
• Knowledge of communications systems, satellite communications, or information systems.
• Familiarity with orbital mechanics and space-based system concepts.
• Basic programming experience (Python, C/C++, Java, or similar languages).
• Understanding of computer networking concepts and protocols.
• Exposure to cybersecurity principles and secure system design.
• Experience supporting laboratory testing, system integration, or engineering projects through academic, internship, or professional experience.
• Familiarity with requirements management, test documentation, and systems engineering lifecycle processes.

Work Environment

• Location: Onsite
• Work Hours: Standard
• Travel requirements: Moderate, 20-50%

Compensation

• For Colorado only, the salary range for this position is approximately $75,000 - $85,000. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Other 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.

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