Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer – Junior

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR Careers is seeking an Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer – Junior to join our National Security Solutions team in the Chantilly area. The role focuses on monitoring conjunction data, assisting in collision avoidance, and performing basic orbital analyses to support defense systems that protect national security.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s degree with experience or a Bachelor’s with relevant background, familiarity with orbital analysis tools, and the ability to work under senior

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of orbital mechanics, astrodynamics or aerospace principles.
• Experience with orbital analysis tools or software.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Monitor conjunction data and evaluate collision risk for assets.
• Assist in development and execution of avoidance maneuvers under supervision.
• Perform basic orbital analysis and trajectory propagation using standard tools.
• Document assessments and actions per standards.
• Prepare reports and briefings for stakeholders.

Skills

Orbital mechanics

Astrodynamics

Aerospace engineering principles

Conjunction assessment tools

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

No degree

Tools

STK

FreeFlyer

Job description

Title: Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer – Junior 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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor conjunction data and assist in evaluating collision risk for operational assets.
• Support the development and execution of avoidance maneuvers under senior engineer supervision.
• Perform basic orbital analysis and trajectory propagation using industry-standard tools.
• Document conjunction assessments, decisions, and actions in accordance with organizational standards.
• Assist in preparing reports and briefings for internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Participate in operational readiness exercises and post-event analysis.
• Maintain compliance with established safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to process improvements and tool enhancements for collision avoidance workflows.
• Coordinate with mission operations teams during real-time conjunction events.
• Provide technical support for anomaly resolution related to conjunction assessments.

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: Master’s degree and 1 year of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR No degree and 4 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise.
• Foundational knowledge of orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, or aerospace engineering principles.
• Familiarity with conjunction assessment tools or orbital analysis software (e.g., STK, FreeFlyer, or equivalent).
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with adjudicated polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting national security or aerospace programs involving RF threat environments, EW, or RF-DE effects assessments.
• Advanced knowledge of hardening approaches, protective design, and verification methods for electromagnetic effects resilience.
• Familiarity with relevant test and compliance standards and guidance (e.g., MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, HIRF guidance, and RF safety practices as applicable).

Basic Compensation:

$101,700.00 - $124,300.00 (this is for the 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. 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 a 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. At KBR, We Deliver.

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