Senior Systems Engineer - Simulation & Test Expert

KBR, Inc.; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer IV / Simulation Integration and Test Expert to support planning, integration, test, and validation of Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP) systems in the GAME environment.

You will work with government, industry, and partners to assess tech maturity, develop integration strategies, and support acquisition planning for the Air Force ACP program. This senior role requires in-depth operational expertise, leadership, and strong communication to guide test

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• 7+ years in autonomy development, autonomous systems integration, AI/ML, robotics, or advanced mission systems.
• Experience with Modeling & Simulation concepts & standards (e.g., JSE, AFSIM, MACE).
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes (requirements, integration, verification, validation).
• Experience with GitLab, Artifactory, Nexus, Test Management, and JIRA.
• Hands‑on experience with Docker and Podman for containerized apps.
• DoD acquisition or military aviation program experience.
• Active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Support simulation-related analysis, requirements development, and systems engineering activities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional AF/LCMC engineering teams, user communities, and autonomy experts.
• Support integration plans, interface definition, verification strategies, and test approaches for autonomous systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including operators, engineers, and acquisition professionals.
• Execute simulations to evaluate system effectiveness under operational conditions and scenarios.
• Strong communication skills and ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear leadership recommendations.
• Maintain flexibility to adapt to changing customer requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree

STEM degree

Tools

Docker

Podman

GitLab

Artifactory

Nexus

JIRA

Job description

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer IV / Simulation Integration and Test Expert to support planning, integration, test, and validation of Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP) systems in the GAME environment.

You will work with government, industry, and partners to assess tech maturity, develop integration strategies, and support acquisition planning for the Air Force ACP program. This senior role requires in-depth operational expertise, leadership, and strong communication to guide test