Satellite Operations Engineer (SETA) – TS/SCI

Trinzic; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Operations Engineer for a fast-paced SETA program in Las Cruces, NM, focusing on satellite bus/payload, ground systems, and operations readiness. You will participate in design reviews, analyze results, and coordinate with satellite operators and customer forums to ensure operational validity from development through launch.

The role requires TS/SCI with polygraph, a STEM degree with significant experience, and proven ability to work independently with government customers on

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with CI polygraph is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 9+ years or Master’s in STEM with 7+ years is required.
• Expertise in full system engineering life cycle from concept through deployment is required.
• Experience with project management for mission systems delivery and transition is required.
• Ability to work independently with government customers on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise for satellite bus, payload, and ground development lifecycle.
• Ensure readiness through operational rehearsals and system testing.
• Document, present findings, and support mission resources application.
• Provide technical leadership for integration of requirements and design.
• Develop system requirements from high-level concepts and architectures.
• Collaborate with SETA teams, contractors, and customer forums.
• Brief senior government managers on technical topics as needed.
• Coordinate with government personnel and contractors across sites.

Skills

Active TS/SCI with CI polygraph

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 9+ yrs experience

Master’s degree in STEM with 7+ yrs experience

Job description

KBR is seeking an Operations Engineer for a fast-paced SETA program in Las Cruces, NM, focusing on satellite bus/payload, ground systems, and operations readiness. You will participate in design reviews, analyze results, and coordinate with satellite operators and customer forums to ensure operational validity from development through launch.

The role requires TS/SCI with polygraph, a STEM degree with significant experience, and proven ability to work independently with government customers on