Model Based Systems Engineer (Expert)

KBR, Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR's National Security Solutions team seeks a Digital Engineering Technical Modeler to join on-site in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on MBSE, DE, and enterprise modeling to support space and intelligence architectures with tight security clearances.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in STEM, an active TS/SCI with Poly, and deep SE/MBSE expertise. Expect collaborative leadership and governance of federated models across programs.

Qualifications

• Requires active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM with 10+ years of experience.
• Deep understanding of systems engineering and expert Digital Engineering (DE)/MBSE.

Responsibilities

• Deliver foundational digital engineering approaches for DE/MBSE.
• Provide technical advice on MBSE methods to senior managers.
• Develop enterprise-level DE approaches and ensure models/data support space/IC architecture.
• Maintain current SE and MS&A processes per SOW requirements.
• Guide federated modeling across the enterprise with mission partners.
• Adhere to MBSE guidelines and demonstrate complex modeling concepts.

Skills

MBSE

Systems engineering

Data science concepts

SysML

Relational databases

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Job description

Title: Model Based Systems Engineer (Expert) 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.

KBR is seeking a Digital Engineering Technical Modeler to join our team on site in Chantilly, VA. An active TS/SCI with poly is required.

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.

This effort is in direct support of our IC Customer in the Chantilly VA area. We are looking for the self-driven, the bold, the passionate Systems Engineers who will join KBR on an exciting journey of professional thrill and personal growth as the Team pursues and steps up to strategic Customer Enterprise-level challenges! This position provides hands‑on leadership and guidance within and across Program Systems Engineering (SE) Integrated Team to deliver 100% on-target success of both top-down DE Culture Transformation objectives and hands‑on DE taskings.

Domain knowledge and executional focus areas include Space and Ground SE and Lifecycle Management fundamentals; DE including MBSE foundational principles including processes and standards; Space and Ground mission, systems, and lifecycle development phase‑tailored applications, tools, techniques of DE/MBSE to deliver and maximize Enterprise‑wide efficiency, interconnectivity, and re‑use within DE‑centric mission architecture, design data, and organizational knowledge management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver foundational digital engineering (DE) approaches that ensure the engineering and MS&A processes are met.
• Provides technical advice and guidance to senior managers regarding the creation and implementation of new MBSE methods and techniques.
• Develop and deliver enterprise level digital engineering approaches, and ensure that the models, data, and information to support the development of space and intelligence architecture, systems, and other acquisitions are accessible, interconnected, and structured in such a way to ensure organizational goals are met or exceeded.
• The Technical Modeler role will also ensure that the current systems engineering, and MS&A processes covered in the SOW requirements are maintained.
• Understand and guide the federated modeling approach across the enterprise to mission partners within the organization.
• Adhere to the MBSE modeling methodology guidelines and principles established by the team.
• Ability to demonstrate complex modeling concepts and best practices to different stakeholders.

Basic Compensation:

$150,000 - $187,000 USD annually The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

• An active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph is required to be considered for this position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 10+ years of experience.
• Deep understanding of systems engineering, and an expert in Digital Engineering (DE)/Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• IC Customer expertise with ground and/or space-based engineering within the customer’s systems engineering teams.
• Excellent understanding of data science concepts and technologies such as relational and non‑relational databases, ontology, Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) or Systems Modeling Language (SysML).
• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with teammates and stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications:

• OCSMP SysML Model Builder Fundamental Concepts Certification (Level 2) is desired.
• General understanding of digital industry trends such as, Cloud/IaC, Data Analytics, DevSecOps, AWS and/or Azure, Containerization/micro‑services.
• Knowledge of developing satellite and other space‑based technologies.
• Knowledge of Operations Research/Systems Analysis.
• Understanding of some of the Digital Threads or Digital Twins concepts.
• Ability to mentor and train fellow systems engineers.

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'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.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology‑led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

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