Senior Space Technology & Microelectronics Intelligence SME

KBR, Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc in the United States seeks a Senior Space Technology & Microelectronics Intelligence SME to deliver expert analysis on foreign space industrial bases, microelectronics production ecosystems, and defense tech trends.

You will assess ecosystems, evaluate supply chains, identify bottlenecks and vulnerabilities, and produce strategic intelligence products for senior leadership on national security and space defense priorities.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, Material Science, Microelectronics, or related field.
• 10+ years of technical intelligence or engineering experience.
• Experience evaluating industrial base and technology development programs.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assess foreign space-to-ground technology ecosystems.
• Analyze microelectronics manufacturing capabilities and supply chains.
• Evaluate dependencies, bottlenecks, and vulnerabilities in critical technology sectors.
• Support technology forecasting and long-range threat assessments.
• Conduct engineering-level reviews of advanced systems and components.
• Develop strategic intelligence products and executive briefings.

Skills

Technology Intelligence

Industrial Base Analysis

Microelectronics Supply Chain Risk

Strategic Threat Analysis

Education

Advanced degree in Engineering/Physics/Material Science/Microelectronics

PhD in Engineering or Physical Sciences (preferred)

Job description

Senior Space Technology & Microelectronics Intelligence SME

Title: Senior Space Technology & Microelectronics Intelligence SME 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.

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.

Senior Space Technology & Microelectronics SME Position Summary

The Senior Space Technology & Microelectronics SME provides subject matter expertise on foreign space industrial bases, microelectronics production ecosystems, supply chains, and emerging technology developments supporting strategic defense capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess foreign space-to-ground technology ecosystems.
• Analyze microelectronics manufacturing capabilities and supply chains.
• Evaluate dependencies, bottlenecks, and vulnerabilities in critical technology sectors.
• Support technology forecasting and long-range threat assessments.
• Conduct engineering-level reviews of advanced systems and components.
• Develop strategic intelligence products and executive briefings.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, Material Science, Microelectronics, or related field.
• 10+ years of technical intelligence or engineering experience.
• Experience evaluating industrial base and technology development programs.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Engineering or Physical Sciences.
• Intelligence Community or defense space program experience.
• Experience with semiconductor production and advanced manufacturing.

Desired Skills

• Technology Intelligence
• Industrial Base Analysis
• Microelectronics Supply Chain Risk Assessment
• Strategic Threat Analysis

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 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.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.