Lead Data Processing Systems Engineer — Earth Observation

KBR Careers; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

FSA

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Data Processing Systems Engineer to support the USGS EROS Center in Sioux Falls, SD. This full-time, on-site role focuses on architecture decisions, leadership, and reliable, secure mission-critical systems for global Earth observation projects.

You will mentor engineers, define requirements, and coordinate cross-functional efforts to deliver scalable data processing software and compliant solutions in a complex environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive, related experience in systems engineering or software development for scientific/engineering applications.
• Proven ability to lead complex system design and integration efforts.
• Strong understanding of Software Design Life Cycle, configuration management, and quality assurance principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and maintenance of scientific software systems.
• Define and document system requirements, operational concepts, and integration/test plans.
• Analyze customer requirements and translate them into design specifications; create prototypes and validate solutions.
• Develop and execute test plans; perform integration, system, and acceptance testing.
• Create and manage project schedules to ensure timely delivery of components and milestones.
• Evaluate vendor software and recommend adoption or integration.
• Conduct studies to enhance efficiency, reduce cost, and meet evolving requirements.
• Plan and coordinate work of engineers; mentor and train team members.
• Conduct systems engineering activities in accordance with a Systems Engineering Management Plan.

Skills

Systems engineering

Leadership

Software development

SDLC

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

DOORS

Jira

Confluence

Containerization

Job description

KBR is seeking a Data Processing Systems Engineer to support the USGS EROS Center in Sioux Falls, SD. This full-time, on-site role focuses on architecture decisions, leadership, and reliable, secure mission-critical systems for global Earth observation projects.

You will mentor engineers, define requirements, and coordinate cross-functional efforts to deliver scalable data processing software and compliant solutions in a complex environment.