Enterprise Test & Evaluation Engineer

KBR Careers; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 107,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Enterprise Test & Evaluation Engineer to join the National Security Solutions team in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA. You will develop and execute T&E strategies for SATCOM systems, lead DoD-focused test activities, and collaborate with IPTs and DRBs to ensure mission success.

The role requires active clearance, DoD testing experience, and travel up to 25%. This position supports diverse defense programs and leverages modern SE&I practices within a collaborative team

Qualifications

• An active Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, physics, math or related technical field.
• 5+ years test and evaluation experience with DoD/USAF test processes and documentation.
• 2+ years demonstrated experience in leading multi-faceted tests and test project teams, to include oversight of scheduling.
• Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients and managing professional relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills.
• Capable in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develop T&E strategy, TEMP development, evaluation framework, requirement verification, test plans, objectives, methodology, and evaluation criteria.
• Collect, review, analyze, and report T&E data.
• Support implementation of a common Test and Evaluation database for the program.
• Support development of DoD compliant deficiency reporting and resolution system.
• Support T&E reviews, audits, IPTs, DRBs, MIPRBs, and TIMs.
• Position requires travel to DoD and contractor test sites (up to 25% per year).

Skills

Secret clearance

DoD/USAF test processes

Test project leadership

Interpersonal communication

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, physics, math or related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Enterprise Test & Evaluation Engineer

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.

KBR is seeking a SATCOM Test and Evaluation Engineer to join our team at our office in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA.

KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) contract.

This job supports SSC within the SATCOM Lead Developmental Test and Evaluation Organization (LDTO). Daily tasks include developing T&E strategies, Test and Evaluation Master Plans including the Integrated Decision Support Key (IDSK), creating requirement verification and test plans, test objectives, test methodology, and evaluation criteria. As part of the LDTO team, you will assess program executed test activities, identify gaps/risks to mission implementation, develop briefings for Integrated Test Team, and execute LDTO-led test events. It is expected all individuals are familiar with DOD T&E guidance documents, deficiency reporting processes, and best practices. This job will also support T&E reviews, audits, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Deficiency Review Boards (DRBs), Materiel Improvement Process Review Boards (MIPRBs), and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs). This opportunity is part of a larger LDTO team, sitting at both MSEIT locations in Colorado Springs, CO and El Segundo, CA.

The MSEIT effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC). We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing T&E strategy, Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) Development Evaluation Framework, requirement verification and test plans, test objectives, test methodology, and evaluation criteria
• Collecting, reviewing, analyzing, and reporting T&E data
• Supporting implementation of common Test and Evaluation database for the program
• Supporting development of DoD compliant deficiency reporting and resolution system
• Supporting T&E reviews, audits, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Deficiency Review Boards (DRBs), Materiel Improvement Process Review Boards (MIPRBs), and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs)
• Position requires travel to DoD and contractor test sites (up to 25% per year)

Work Environment

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Moderate
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications

Required

• An active Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, physics, math or related technical field
• 5+ years test and evaluation experience with DoD/USAF test processes and documentation
• 2+ years demonstrated experience in leading multi-faceted tests and test project teams, to include oversight of scheduling
• Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients and managing professional relationships
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
• Capable in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Desired

• Top Secret clearance
• Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, physics, math or related technical field
• 5+ years of test and evaluation experience on SATCOM systems
• 7+ years of systems engineering experience
• INCOSE CSEP or ESEP certification

Basic Compensation:

$107,300 to $134,100 in Colorado and $117,600 to $146,900 in California The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

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.

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