Junior Engineer - Intern

KBR, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Colorado Springs is seeking a Junior Engineer - Intern to support modernization and sustainment of the Satellite Communications Network (SCN), a global network enabling critical satellite communications for U.S. Government missions.

This role covers development, integration, testing, and deployment of system upgrades at sites worldwide. You will work with multidisciplinary teams through the full system life cycle, from requirements and integration to verification, planning, and

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of systems engineering and integration.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems.
• Basic programming experience (Python, C/C++, Java).
• Understanding of computer networking concepts.
• Experience with lab testing or project work during studies.

Responsibilities

• Support development, analysis, and management of system requirements for modernization projects.
• Assist system design activities and evaluation of subsystem interfaces.
• Participate in system integration, verification, and testing efforts.
• Develop test procedures and document results.
• Support implementation planning and deployment at SCN sites worldwide.
• Prepare technical documentation including reports and interface docs.
• Analyze data and system performance metrics to support decisions.
• Coordinate with software, network, cybersecurity, and hardware teams.
• Support technical reviews and customer engagements with updates.

Skills

Systems engineering

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

Linux

Python

C/C++

Java

Job description

Title:

Junior Engineer - Intern

KBR is seeking a motivated Junior Engineer - Intern to support the modernization and sustainment of the Satellite Communications Network (SCN), a global network of ground sites that enable critical satellite communications capabilities for U.S. Government missions. This position supports engineering efforts associated with the development, integration, testing, and deployment of system upgrades at sites located around the world.

This role is ideal for an early-career engineer interested in applying systems engineering principles to complex communications and space-related systems. The selected candidate will work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams through the full system life cycle, including requirements development, system integration, verification testing, implementation planning, and field deployment activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development, analysis, and management of system requirements for communications and infrastructure modernization projects.
• Assist with system design activities and evaluation of subsystem interfaces to ensure successful integration across hardware, software, and network components.
• Participate in system integration, verification, validation, and acceptance testing efforts.
• Develop and execute test procedures, document results, and support resolution of technical issues discovered during testing.
• Assist with implementation planning and deployment activities at operational SCN sites worldwide.
• Prepare technical documentation including engineering reports, test plans, interface documentation, and presentation materials.
• Analyze technical data and system performance metrics to support engineering recommendations and decision-making.
• Coordinate with software, network, cybersecurity, and hardware engineering teams to support project execution.
• Support technical reviews, project meetings, and customer engagements by providing status updates and engineering assessments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of systems engineering principles, system integration processes, and technical problem solving.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Linux operating systems.
• Basic programming experience (Python, C/C++, Java, or similar languages).
• Understanding of computer networking concepts and protocols.
• Experience supporting laboratory testing, system integration, or engineering projects through academic, internship, or professional experience.

Work Location: Onsite

Basic Compensation: $21.00-$34.00

Must be an U.S. citizen

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.