Lead Software & Simulation Engineer: MBSE & Digital Thread

KBR, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Software Simulation Lead to guide software and MBSE activities for a government STARE project within the Army.

You will oversee model-based systems engineering, data-centric transformations, and VV&A coordination with the contractor to ensure a secure, performant, and traceable digital backbone. This on-site role requires US citizenship and an active SECRET clearance, with travel 15–20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or STEM degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Experience managing system models using MBSE tools.
• Experience leading formal DoD VV&A process.
• Proven experience providing technical oversight of contractor software on a DoD program.
• Active SECRET clearance and US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Lead MBSE model development with SysML and MBSE tools.
• Oversee data-centric transition and digital thread integration.
• Direct VV&A of the contractor's M&S tools and SQT.
• Coordinate Software Material Release with Army stakeholders.
• Ensure MOSA compliance and end-to-end SW lifecycle reviews.

Skills

MBSE tools (Cameo, MagicDraw, Rhapsody

DoD VV&A leadership

Contractor SW oversight on DoD program

Army MOSA/OTA knowledge

US citizenship & SECRET clearance

Travel willingness 15-20%

Education

B.S. in Engineering/Physics/Math/CS or STEM field

Tools

Cameo

MagicDraw

Rhapsody

Job description

KBR, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Software Simulation Lead to guide software and MBSE activities for a government STARE project within the Army.

You will oversee model-based systems engineering, data-centric transformations, and VV&A coordination with the contractor to ensure a secure, performant, and traceable digital backbone. This on-site role requires US citizenship and an active SECRET clearance, with travel 15–20%.