Senior Space Launch & Mission Integration Lead

KBR Careers; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Careers is seeking a Senior Launch & Mission Integration Specialist in Albuquerque, NM. This role supports rocket launch programs with systems engineering and program management expertise to ensure mission success for national security projects.

The position requires DoD clearance, a relevant engineering degree, and 5+ years in space launch or related fields. Expect collaboration with government partners and cross-functional teams to deliver complex missions on schedule.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in space launch, missile systems, space systems or systems engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent efforts.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Provide program management and systems engineering for Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP) missions.
• Assess launch schedules, budgets, risks, contracts, and milestones.
• Coordinate with Government customers, launch providers, payload orgs, and partners.
• Lead IPT meetings, PMRs, design/readiness reviews, TIMs, and working groups.
• Develop executive briefings, technical presentations, and schedules with action tracking.
• Support launch campaign planning including site readiness and operations.
• Review engineering docs and system testing to verify requirements.
• Ensure compliance with DoD, USSF, SSC, and national launch policies.
• Assist in acquisition planning, contract execution, proposals, and technical assessments.

Skills

DoD clearance

Clear communication

MS Office

Program management

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Project

Confluence/Jira

Job description

KBR Careers is seeking a Senior Launch & Mission Integration Specialist in Albuquerque, NM. This role supports rocket launch programs with systems engineering and program management expertise to ensure mission success for national security projects.

The position requires DoD clearance, a relevant engineering degree, and 5+ years in space launch or related fields. Expect collaboration with government partners and cross-functional teams to deliver complex missions on schedule.