Autonomous Systems Engineering IPT Lead

KBR, Inc.; Beavercreek Township (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking an Autonomous Systems Engineering IPT Lead to provide technical leadership across the system lifecycle for the Resolute Sentry Program.

This on-site role in Beavercreek, OH, requires MBSE proficiency and a strong background in defense engineering. You will lead model-based systems engineering activities, coordinate across IPTs, and support engineering decisions while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline with 10+ years of systems engineering experience on defense/aerospace/national security programs.
• TS with SCI eligibility security clearance and ability to maintain clearance.
• Proven experience as a technical lead, IPT lead, chief engineer, or equivalent leadership role.
• Advanced knowledge of systems engineering processes across the lifecycle and MBSE practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Systems Engineering IPT for the Resolute Sentry Program.
• Coordinate SE activities across requirements, architecture, design, integration, verification, validation and transition.
• Develop and maintain MBSE artifacts using SysML and related digital engineering tools.
• Manage requirement development, allocation, traceability and change control processes.
• Facilitate technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) and risk management.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide status and technical recommendations to leadership.

Skills

MBSE

SysML

Leadership

Requirements mgmt

System integration

Risk management

Communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor in Systems Engineering

Tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

MagicDraw

Job description

Title:

Autonomous Systems Engineering IPT Lead

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.

As the Systems Engineering IPT Lead for the Resolute Sentry Program, you will provide technical leadership across the system lifecycle, ensuring engineering rigor, requirements traceability, architecture consistency, and effective stakeholder collaboration. You will lead model-based systems engineering activities, coordinate engineering efforts across IPTs, and support the successful delivery of mission‑critical capabilities. This position provides an opportunity to influence system design, technical strategy, and program execution while supporting high‑visibility Department of Defense initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Systems Engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT) supporting the Resolute Sentry Program.
• Direct and coordinate systems engineering activities across requirements, architecture, design, integration, verification, validation, and transition.
• Develop and maintain Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) artifacts using SysML and related digital engineering tools and methodologies.
• Manage system requirements development, allocation, traceability, and change control processes.
• Facilitate technical reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and system verification activities.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders, program management, software engineering, cybersecurity, test, and operational teams.
• Ensure engineering products comply with customer requirements, digital engineering standards, and applicable DoD guidance.
• Support risk management, technical planning, and engineering decision‑making activities.
• Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers while fostering a collaborative engineering culture.
• Provide status, metrics, and technical recommendations to program leadership and customer organizations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of Systems Engineering experience supporting complex defense, aerospace, intelligence, or national security programs.
• Clearance Requirement: TS with SCI eligibility. Ability to maintain required security clearance.
• Demonstrated experience serving in a technical lead, IPT lead, chief engineer, or equivalent engineering leadership role.
• Advanced knowledge of Systems Engineering processes throughout the system lifecycle.
• Demonstrated expertise in Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Practical experience developing and maintaining SysML models and digital engineering artifacts.
• Experience with architecture frameworks, requirements management, interface management, and system integration activities.
• Experience supporting technical reviews, risk management, and verification and validation planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Work Environment:

• Location: On‑Site, Beavercreek, Ohio
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0‑20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) programs, organizations, or initiatives.
• Experience developing, integrating, testing, or evaluating autonomous and autonomous‑enabled systems.
• Knowledge of Digital Engineering strategies and DoD Digital Engineering initiatives.
• Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw, or similar MBSE tools.
• Familiarity with DoDAF, UAF, and related architecture frameworks.
• Experience supporting operationally relevant prototyping and technology transition efforts.
• Master’s degree in a related technical discipline.
• INCOSE ASEP, CSEP, ESEP, or similar professional certification.

Ready to Make a Difference?

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.