Principal Systems Security Engineer

KBR, Inc; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 94,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Principal Systems Security Engineer to support the next generation ICBM system. This role involves collaborating with a skilled team to ensure compliance with U.S. Government specifications and providing critical feedback for weapon systems. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing defense systems that ensure national security. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, and make a significant impact on the future of space defense. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a supportive environment.

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Professional training and development

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in systems engineering with a focus on requirements.
• Must possess a Secret clearance adjudicated in the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical feedback for weapon system requirements and compliance.
• Support the engineering development and sustainment of ICBM systems.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Requirements Evaluation

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

B.S. in STEM

M.S. in STEM

Tools

Cameo

DOORs

Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Job description

Title:

Principal Systems Security Engineer

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 aPrincipal Systems Security Engineerfor an exciting opportunity to support the Air Force's deployment of the next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) system, Sentinel. This position is located at Hill AFB, Utah and requires a Secret security clearance.

You will work with a highly skilled team providing critical feedback for the weapon system’s requirements. You will provide direct support to a national security-critical weapon system throughout engineering development, deployment and sustainment. You will help support several hundred personnel providing the government with ICBM expertise. You will become a trusted mission partner to the innovative, digital engineering-driven Air Force organization that is responsible to design, build, test, transition, and sustain the world’s safest, most secure, and effective land-based nuclear deterrent, on-schedule.

In this role, you will assess and review requirements decomposition developed by the Prime contractor in order to ensure compliance to U.S. Government (USG) Weapon System Specification (WSS) for the Sentinel weapon system and coordinate with multiple internal stakeholders to document requirements discrepancies and overall requirement quality management.

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.

Work Environment:

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

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in STEM with 7 years or M.S. with 5 years of experience in systems engineering, preferably requirements evaluation and development.

• Self-motivated proactive person with a “team player” mentality.

• Highly organized with acute attention to detail.

• Possess a willingness to learn while also sharing current knowledge/skills.

• Proactively provides ideas/thoughts and accepts constructive criticism.

• Values brainstorming and fostering strong team relationships.

• Possesses both strategic thinking skills and tactical execution skills.

• Strong communication skills (verbal & written).

• Must currently have a Secret clearance adjudicated in the last 5 years or on CE.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency with Cameo and DOORs or other requirements management tools.

• Prior experience with DoD/Air Force weapons systems.

• Specific ICBM weapon system experience is a plus.

• Familiarity with Security Classification Guide(s).

• Familiarity with Program Protection and Supply Chain Risk Management.

• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

• Familiar with digital architectures, especially DoDAF and SysML.

• Familiar with requirements decomposition and allocations.

• Ability to possess a Top-Secret Clearance.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Basic Compensation: $94,728 - $161,038

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 to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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.