Operations Engineer (Space)

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR in Chantilly, VA is seeking an Operations Engineer (Space) to contribute to space protection operations by providing mission expertise and shaping tools for operators. The role partners with software engineers, supports 24/7 operations, and guides deployment of capabilities while ensuring system documentation and training materials are accurate.

Candidates must hold a STEM degree, have active TS/SCI with Polygraph, 9+ years of relevant experience, and familiarity with IC/DoD space

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor of Science in a STEM field required.
• Minimum nine years of relevant technical experience.
• Experience in IC or DoD space acquisitions or mission operations.
• Experience deploying and sustaining software in a 24/7 operations center.

Responsibilities

• Provides space protection operations mission expertise to acquisition managers and software engineers.
• Elicits system capability needs and UI/UX preferences from operational users.
• Collaborates with software developers to guide mission application enhancements.
• Manages the transition of new capabilities to operations.
• Leads review and coordination of system documentation and training materials.
• Evaluates developer solutions, guides deployment activities, and assesses patches.

Skills

TS/SCI with polygraph

9+ years experience

Space acquisitions knowledge

Mission operations experience

Agile development

Software deployment in 24/7 SOC

Education

B.S. in STEM

Job description

Title

Operations Engineer (Space)

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides space protection operations mission expertise to acquisition managers and software engineers in the development of tools that provide operators Indications and Warning against Space threats.
• Elicits system capability needs and user interface/experience (UI/UX) preferences from operational users.
• Collaborates with software developers to inform/guide mission application enhancements.
• Manages the transition of new capabilities and software deliveries to operations.
• Leads the review and coordination of system documentation and training materials.
• Evaluates developer solutions, guides software deployment activities, and assesses software patches/fixes.

Basic Compensation

$132,000 - $161,000 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 travel
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications

Required

• Must have an active/current TS/SCI with a Polygraph
• Bachelor of Science - STEM degree
• 9+ years relevant technical experience.
• Experience in IC or DoW space acquisitions or mission operations.
• Experience deploying and sustaining software within a 24/7 operations center or similar environment.
• Knowledge of agile software development principles.

Desired

• Experience with DevOps, including continuous integration and continuous delivery/deployment (CI/CD).
• Experience in Space Protection operations and familiarity with protection technologies.
• Experience authoring operator-related or software deployment documentation.
• Experience in Space system testing, simulation, and modeling environments.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of orbital mechanics and orbit determination.

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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