Senior Systems Engineer (Contingency Hire)

KBR, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (Contingency Hire) to administer, maintain, and support enterprise systems, ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient operations for DoD environments on-site in Washington.

The role provides technical expertise for system implementation, troubleshooting, upgrades, and lifecycle support while complying with government security policies.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance (required).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of direct hands-on experience administering, maintaining, or supporting the specific systems for which the individual is responsible.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain assigned enterprise systems.
• Perform system configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Monitor system health, performance, and availability.
• Resolve technical issues and support end users as required.
• Ensure compliance with Government security policies and procedures.
• Maintain technical documentation and system configuration records.
• Support system testing, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

DoD Top Secret Clearance

Troubleshooting

System administration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title

Senior Systems Engineer (Contingency Hire)

Program Summary

KBR's Product and Technology Solutions Division specializes in rapid prototyping and advanced technology solutions for directed energy, electronic warfare, and security applications. With expertise in electronic warfare systems, critical infrastructure protection, and product R&D, KBR delivers cutting-edge innovations to meet mission-critical needs. Backed by a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR collaborates closely with customers to develop secure, effective, and forward-thinking solutions.

Position is Contingent on Award of Contract

Job Summary

The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for administering, maintaining, and supporting assigned systems to ensure secure, reliable, and efficient operations. The position provides technical expertise for system implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, and lifecycle support while ensuring compliance with Government security and operational requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain assigned enterprise systems.
• Perform system configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Monitor system health, performance, and availability.
• Resolve technical issues and support end users as required.
• Ensure compliance with Government security policies and procedures.
• Maintain technical documentation and system configuration records.
• Support system testing, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance (minimum requirement).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of direct hands-on experience administering, maintaining, or supporting the specific systems for which the individual is responsible.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, configuring, maintaining, and sustaining enterprise systems in a secure environment.
• Experience supporting Federal Government or Department of Defense (DoD) systems is preferred.

Work Location

On-site support.

Compensation

$73,140 - $109,710. The salary range posted is for Washington, DC. The offered rate will be based on contract affordability, 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.

Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 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's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.