Junior MBSE Systems Engineer – Digital Engineering

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Junior Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering Process Support) on-site, requiring TS/SCI with poly. You will support MBSE-oriented digital engineering initiatives, assist in applying DE processes, and help modernize acquisition methods across enterprise teams.

Ideal candidates hold a STEM degree, understand MBSE and SysML concepts, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM with foundational systems engineering knowledge.
• Foundational understanding of systems engineering principles and MBSE familiarity.
• Basic understanding of data concepts such as relational databases, ontology, UAF or SysML.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with teammates and stakeholders.
• Must obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fulfilling Digital Engineering (DE) processes and MBSE adoption enterprise-wide.
• Support MBSE methods, digital thread framework, model portfolio development, and acquisition updates.
• Apprentice to MBSE practitioners and help modernize systems engineering processes.
• Deliver foundational DE approaches ensuring connected models and data support organizational goals.
• Communicate modeling concepts and best practices to stakeholders at varying levels.

Skills

MBSE familiarity

Strong communication

Collaborative skills

TS/SCI with Poly

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Master’s degree in Systems Engineering (desired)

Tools

SysML

Relational databases

Ontology

UAF

Job description

KBR in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Junior Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering Process Support) on-site, requiring TS/SCI with poly. You will support MBSE-oriented digital engineering initiatives, assist in applying DE processes, and help modernize acquisition methods across enterprise teams.

Ideal candidates hold a STEM degree, understand MBSE and SysML concepts, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.