Missile Systems Engineer Level IV

KBR Careers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 135,600 - 186,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential bonuses and commissions

Relocation benefits

Short-term and long-term incentives

Job summary

KBR Careers is seeking a Missile Systems Engineer Level IV in Washington, D.C. This position provides advanced technical leadership in the design and lifecycle management of missile systems for U.S. Government programs.

The role requires experience in system architecture, requirements development, and integration of missile systems. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and an active Secret clearance are mandatory. The salary range is $135,600 – $186,400 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in missile systems or aerospace engineering.
• Experience with system design, integration, and analysis.
• Active Secret clearance required, with TS/SCI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and integration of missile and weapon systems.
• Conduct system-level trade studies and performance analyses.
• Prepare and present technical briefings, reports, and documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Master's degree

Tools

MBSE or digital engineering tools

Job description

Title

Missile Systems Engineer Level IV

Position Overview

The Missile Systems Engineer Level IV provides advanced technical leadership in the design, integration, and lifecycle management of missile and weapon systems supporting U.S. Government programs. This role spans system architecture, requirements development, integration, test, and mission execution across complex, high-performance defense systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and integration of missile and weapon systems
• Develop and manage system and subsystem requirements with full traceability
• Conduct system-level trade studies and performance analyses
• Support guidance, navigation, and control (GNC), propulsion, structures, and payload integration
• Support design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR) and provide technical recommendations
• Lead verification and validation (V&V) activities for system requirements
• Support integration, test, and evaluation (I&T), including flight testing
• Interface with government customers, stakeholders, and subcontractors
• Resolve technical issues and provide engineering solutions
• Prepare and present technical briefings, reports, and documentation

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 8–12+ years of experience in missile systems or aerospace engineering
• Experience with system design, integration, and analysis
• Familiarity with missile subsystems (GNC, propulsion, structures, avionics)
• Experience supporting DoD or defense programs
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Active Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience supporting missile flight testing programs
• Knowledge of hypersonic or high‑speed weapon systems
• Familiarity with MBSE or digital engineering tools
• Leadership or task lead experience

Clearance

Active Secret Required (TS/SCI Preferred or Eligible)

Work Environment

On‑site/hybrid environment supporting office, lab, and test facilities with occasional travel to test ranges and launch sites.

Basic Compensation

$135,600 – $186,400 (Washington DC area). The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation such as sign‑on bonus, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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