Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer – Intermediate

KBR, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. seeks an Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer – Intermediate to support conjunction assessment and mitigation strategies that protect space assets.

You will analyze orbital data, assess collision risks, and coordinate avoidance maneuvers with mission operations in a fast-paced government environment. This full-time, on-site role at a government facility requires mastery of orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, and tools like STK or FreeFlyer, with an active TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 7 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s with 8 years, or no degree with 10 years.
• Experience in orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, or related aerospace engineering disciplines.
• Proficiency with conjunction assessment tools and orbital propagation software (e.g., STK, FreeFlyer, or equivalent).
• Active TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Perform conjunction assessments using industry-standard tools and models to evaluate collision risk.
• Analyze orbital data and propagate trajectories to predict potential conjunctions.
• Support planning and execution of collision avoidance maneuvers in coordination with mission operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, risk evaluations, and maneuver decisions.
• Assist in developing and refining collision avoidance algorithms and decision-support tools.
• Participate in anomaly resolution and post-event analysis for conjunction-related incidents.
• Collaborate with external organizations for data exchange and coordination of avoidance actions.
• Contribute to process improvement for automation and accuracy in collision avoidance systems.
• Ensure compliance with standards, regulations, and best practices for space safety.

Skills

Orbital mechanics

Astrodynamics

Conjunction assessment

Propagation software

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Master’s degree + 7 years

Bachelor’s degree + 8 years

No degree + 10 years

Tools

STK

FreeFlyer

Job description

Title:

Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer – Intermediate

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.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award

KBR is seeking Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer – Intermediate, to support the development and execution of conjunction assessment and mitigation strategies to ensure the safety of space assets. This role involves analyzing orbital data, assessing collision risks, and coordinating avoidance maneuvers in collaboration with mission operations teams. The engineer will contribute to improving tools and processes for conjunction analysis while maintaining compliance with established standards. Candidates should demonstrate technical proficiency in orbital mechanics and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment. This position provides opportunities for growth into senior technical leadership roles and participation in advanced space safety initiatives. This role is performed full-time on site at a government facility and is contingent upon contract award.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform conjunction assessments using industry-standard tools and models to evaluate collision risk.
• Analyze orbital data and propagate trajectories to predict potential conjunctions.
• Support planning and execution of collision avoidance maneuvers in coordination with mission operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of conjunction assessments, risk evaluations, and maneuver decisions.
• Assist in developing and refining collision avoidance algorithms and decision-support tools.
• Participate in anomaly resolution and post-event analysis for conjunction-related incidents.
• Collaborate with external organizations for data exchange and coordination of avoidance actions.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives for automation and accuracy in collision avoidance systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and best practices for space safety.

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: Master’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR No degree and 10 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise.
• Demonstrated experience in orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, or related aerospace engineering disciplines.
• Proficiency with conjunction assessment tools and orbital propagation software (e.g., STK, FreeFlyer, or equivalent).
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with adjudicated polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with automated collision avoidance systems and space traffic management.
• Familiarity with international space safety standards and coordination protocols (e.g., CCSDS, ISO).

Basic Compensation:

$125,500.00 - $153,400.00 (this is for Springfield, VA area only)

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional 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.

Benefits:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 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.