Simulation Software Analyst / Engineer

KBR Careers; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in the United States seeks a Simulation Software Analyst/Engineer to support the integration and simulation of USAF open architecture programs and autonomy projects. You will drive development, maturation, and coordination of capabilities to ensure alignment across systems and improved mission effectiveness.

This on-site role involves collaboration with systems engineers and cybersecurity teams, support for demonstrations and test events, and contributing to digital engineering artifacts.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate’s degree in systems engineering, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM degree program.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in Systems Engineering.
• An active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Simulation Execution & Test Support: Validate simulation inputs, outputs, and system configurations; troubleshoot issues; monitor performance; configure and run simulations in lab/virtual environments.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze results, identify trends and risks; generate visuals and summaries for decisions; maintain test records.
• Digital Engineering Support: Develop and refine system models and digital representations; participate in Digital Thread/Digital Twin initiatives; improve simulation processes.
• Team Collaboration: Work with systems engineers, test personnel, and cybersecurity teams; support DoD customer demonstrations and test events.

Skills

Systems engineering

Software development

Data modeling

Mission planning

Collaborative development

Education

Associate degree in systems engineering, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM degree

Tools

OMS (Open Mission Systems)

Simulation tools

System modeling tools

Job description

Simulation Software Analyst / Engineer 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 KBR?

• 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.

Position Summary:

KBR is seeking a Software Engineer to support the horizontal integration of multiple USAF open architecture programs and autonomy projects. You will help drive the development, simulation, maturation, and coordination of USAF open architecture capabilities; ensuring alignment across systems and enhancing mission effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Simulation Execution & Test Support Validate simulation inputs, outputs, and system configurations. Troubleshoot simulation execution issues and coordinate corrective actions. Monitor simulation performance and ensure test objectives are achieved. Configure, execute, and monitor simulations in laboratory and virtual test environments. Support developmental and operational test events through modeling and simulation activities. Develop and maintain simulation scenarios based on operational requirements and test objectives.
• Data Analysis & Reporting Analyze simulation results and identify performance trends, anomalies, and risks. Generate reports, summaries, and visualizations to support engineering and program decisions. Present simulation findings to technical teams and program leadership. Maintain test records and configuration documentation.
• Digital Engineering Support Assist in development and maintenance of digital engineering artifacts. Support creation and refinement of system models and digital representations. Participate in Digital Thread and Digital Twin initiatives. Contribute to continuous improvement of simulation and testing processes.
• Team Collaboration Partner with systems engineers and test personnel to define simulation objectives. Coordinate with software and cybersecurity teams to maintain simulation environments. Support Government and DoD customer demonstrations, reviews, and test events.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum Associate’s degree in systems engineering, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM degree program 1 to 3 years’ experience in Systems Engineering An active Secret clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Top-Secret clearance Familiarity with modern software development tools, languages, and methodologies Knowledge of DoD open architectures such as OMS (Open Mission Systems) Experience with software architecture and development Experience with data modeling, test driven development, and mission planning Experience with collaborative software development in either open source or professional team environments.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel: Minimal to Moderate
• Working Hours: Standard (8am-4pm-core hours)

KBR Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Disability coverage
• Paid time off and flexible work schedules
• Professional development, training, and career advancement support

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

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.

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.

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