Autonomous Systems Engineer - Simulation & Integration

KBR, Inc.; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer II to support the horizontal integration of USAF open architecture programs and autonomy projects. You will drive development, simulation, maturation, and coordination of open architecture capabilities, ensuring alignment across systems and enhancing mission effectiveness.

The role requires collaboration with AF/LCMC teams, operators, and acquisition professionals. A Secret clearance is required; location is Beavercreek, OH with on-site work three days per

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in autonomy development, autonomous systems integration, AI/ML systems, robotics, or advanced mission systems.
• Experience with DoD acquisition or military aviation programs.
• Familiarity with 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.
• Familiarity in systems engineering processes (requirements, integration, verification, validation).
• Exposure to Modeling & Simulation concepts & Standards (e.g., JSE Framework).
• An active Secret clearance is required

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.

Skills

Autonomy development

Autonomous systems integration

AI/ML systems

Robotics

Advanced mission systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field

Tools

GitLab

Artifactory

Nexus

JIRA

Docker

Podman

Job description

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer II to support the horizontal integration of USAF open architecture programs and autonomy projects. You will drive development, simulation, maturation, and coordination of open architecture capabilities, ensuring alignment across systems and enhancing mission effectiveness.

The role requires collaboration with AF/LCMC teams, operators, and acquisition professionals. A Secret clearance is required; location is Beavercreek, OH with on-site work three days per