Logistics SME

KBR Careers; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Life Insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Career development

Job summary

KBR’s National Security Solutions team seeks a senior Logistics SME to drive enterprise integration, digital modernization, and secure architectures across DoD mission environments. You will lead cross-functional groups spanning systems engineering, cloud, cybersecurity, and open architectures to deliver interoperable, scalable, and mission-focused solutions.

The role requires 8+ years in DoD logistics, active TS/SCI eligibility, and experience with RMF and cyber risk reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field.
• 8+ years of DoD logistics support and intelligence experience.
• Experience with DoD, Air Force, or other Federal Government programs and acquisition environments.
• Experience developing and integrating complex hardware, software, networks, and cloud-based systems.
• Experience with RMF, cybersecurity compliance, security control implementation, vulnerability management, and authorization activities supporting ATO/ATC.
• Experience with open architectures, interoperability standards, and cross-program integration initiatives.
• Strong communication skills with experience briefing senior Government and organizational leadership.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistical assessment of design, and prototyping of integration solutions across mission systems and digital infrastructure.
• Develop logistical system to track architectures, roadmaps, interface standards, and integration strategies.
• Plan and execute demonstrations, pilots, and prototype efforts to validate capabilities and reduce risk.
• Develop and implement logistical standards and governance to enable interoperability across programs.
• Serve as trusted advisor to Government leadership and program offices on technical strategy and integration challenges.
• Perform system-level logistical analysis of hardware, software, networks, data architectures, and workflows.
• Deliver technical assessments and executive-level briefings to senior leadership.
• Collaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, acquisition, and operations teams to achieve mission objectives.

Skills

Logistics leadership

DoD logistics experience

Cybersecurity awareness

Open architectures

RMF security

Clearance eligibility

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in a STEM field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

VMware

Virtualization

Cloud platforms

Job description

Title: Logistics SME 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.

Position Summary

Serve as a senior logistics advisor responsible for driving enterprise integration, digital modernization, and secure system architectures across DoD mission environments. Lead cross-functional efforts involving systems engineering, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, open architecture, and emerging technologies to enable interoperable, scalable, and mission-focused solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead logistical assessment of design, and prototyping of integration solutions across mission systems, digital infrastructure, cloud environments, and open architectures.
• Develop logistical system to track architectures, technical roadmaps, interface standards, and integration strategies aligned with modernization and Zero Trust objectives.
• Plan and execute demonstrations, pilots, and prototype efforts to validate capabilities, reduce risk, and inform technical decisions.
• Develop and implement logistical standards, interface requirements, and governance processes to enable interoperability across programs and stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to Government leadership, program offices, and industry partners on technical strategy, requirements, and integration challenges.
• Perform system-level logistical analysis of hardware, software, networks, data architectures, and mission workflows to develop integrated solutions.
• Deliver technical assessments, recommendations, and executive-level briefings to senior leadership.
• Collaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, acquisition, and operations teams to achieve mission objectives.

Work Environment

Location: Onsite Travel Requirements: ~25% Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Business, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field.
• 8+ years of experience in DoW logistics support and intelligence
• Experience with DoD, Air Force, or other Federal Government programs and acquisition environments.
• Experience developing and integrating complex hardware, software, network, and cloud-based systems.
• Experience with requirements analysis, interface management, technical architecture development, and risk reduction activities.
• Experience leading technical demonstrations, evaluations, or prototype efforts.
• Experience with RMF, cybersecurity compliance, security control implementation, vulnerability management, and authorization activities supporting ATO and ATC efforts.
• Experience with open architectures, interoperability standards, and cross-program integration initiatives.
• Strong communication skills with experience briefing senior Government and organizational leadership.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Desired:

• Experience with Zero Trust architectures and cyber resiliency principles.
• Experience with VMware, virtualization technologies, cloud platforms, and modern digital infrastructure.
• Experience supporting Air Force mission systems, weapon systems, modeling and simulation, or distributed training environments.
• Knowledge of Digital Engineering, MBSE, Open Mission Systems (OMS), FACE, UCI, or related DoD architecture frameworks.
• Experience evaluating or implementing AI/ML-enabled capabilities.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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.

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