ESS Terminals Systems Engineer

KBR Careers; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR’s ESS Terminals team in El Segundo, CA seeks an experienced Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure, complex infrastructure and MILSATCOM terminals. You will lead technical projects, develop best practices, and collaborate with government civilians, contractors, and SE&I members to meet critical national security needs.

The ideal candidate holds 8+ years in engineering with 5+ years in Systems Engineering, active DoD Secret clearance, and experience with ICDs and Agile

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or related technical field
• 8+ years’ engineering experience
• 5+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering (requirements, test planning, integration, validation)
• Experience developing or managing ICDs for complex systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge and experience in Agile Development and collaboration tools (Jira/Confluence)

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain complex infrastructure, platform, and software systems
• Lead technical projects and contribute to best practices and documentation
• Collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians, and DoD personnel
• Analyze system requirements and oversee development, delivery, and implementation
• Interface with MILSATCOM terminals and related network systems (AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, FAB-T)

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in technical field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: ESS Terminals Systems Engineer 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. KBR is seeking an ESS Terminals Systems Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. The ESS Terminals Systems Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex infrastructure, platform, and software systems that support National Leadership Authority capabilities. This position requires a deep understanding of system architecture, Protected SATCOM Terminal configurations, and security protocols to ensure robust, scalable, and secure environments. The engineer will collaborate closely with outside organizations to analyze system requirements and oversee development, delivery, and implementation of those requirements. Additionally, the role involves leading technical projects and contributing to the development of best practices and documentation. An ideal candidate would be someone with experience in working with Protected SATCOM Terminals - either operationally or with prior experience on the engineering and integration side. You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF to provide acquisition management development and support. The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure 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.

Work Environment: Location: On-site Travel Requirements: Minimal Working Hours: Standard Qualifications: Required: Active DoD Secret clearance Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or related technical field 8+ years’ engineering experience 5+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering, such as requirements and technical baseline development, test planning and integration, verification, and validation Experience developing or managing requirements or Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for complex systems Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility Desired: Active Top Secret clearance Master’s degree in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science, or related technical field Experience with MILSATCOM systems, such as AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, and FAB-T terminal programs Experience working with military and DoD civilians Experience with ground and airborne systems, such as terminals and networks Knowledge and experience in Agile Development and collaboration tools (Jira/Confluence) Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, INCOSE CSEP or ESEP)

Basic Compensation: $135,000 to $169,000 in El Segundo, 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’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR - Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:

• We Value Our People - We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
• We Deliver - We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
• We Are People of Integrity - We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what's right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
• We Empower - We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
• We Are a Team of Teams - We have the will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.
• We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.

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.