Space Systems Engineer

KBR Careers; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Professional training and development

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Space Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO to provide SETA services focused on systems engineering and protection of space systems.

The role offers an annual salary between $110,000 and $120,000 and requires US citizenship along with an active TS/SCI clearance. Ideal candidates will have a degree in STEM and experience in systems engineering processes.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
• 3+ years experience in systems engineering or 1+ year with a Master's.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to government mission success through analysis and leadership.
• Assist in planning and oversight of systems engineering efforts.
• Support space protection and mission integration.

Skills

Systems engineering processes

Clearance with polygraph

Communication skills

Collaboration

Agile development

Jira

Confluence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

Job description

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Title

Space Systems Engineer

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.

KBR has an opportunity for a Space Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services focused on support for systems engineering activities and protection of space systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Directly contribute to government’s mission success through comprehensive analysis, thought leadership and proactive action.
• Assist in planning and oversight of the government’s systems engineering efforts.
• Support space protection and mission integration as directed by the government.
• Review documentation, represent government interests in forums that support streamlined delivery of new capabilities and standardization of integration efforts.

Work Environment

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Basic Compensation

$110,000 - $120,000 USD annually

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• US Citizenship
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) or relevant field, and three (3) years or more experience, Masters in STEM or relevant field, and one (1) year or more experience.
• Experience in systems engineering processes (e.g. SE lifecycle, risk management, change management, etc.).
• Strong understanding of integrating Government capabilities into operations baseline.
• Expert at defining solutions for broad, abstract topics; succinctly captures issues for the customer and provides analysis and recommendations.
• Ability to work independently and with a team, operate effectively with contractor, SETA, FFRDC, and Government teammates.
• Self-starter, anticipates and proactively addresses customer requirements with no supervision, ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables.
• Polished communicator (written/verbal) with impeccable interpersonal skills and personal judgment.
• Master at collaboration and coordination with multiple stakeholders -- consensus builder.

Desired

• Working knowledge of joint operations planning processes.
• Real-time operations experience as a spacecraft or ground systems operator
• Familiar with MBSE/Digital Engineering, AGILE development, cloud technologies
• Experience with Jira, Confluence
• Knowledge of satellite constellations, spacecraft orbit, and ground station characteristics.
• Knowledge of space protection topics related to satellite operations (e.g. launch, communications, navigation, maneuvers, etc.), threat/risk assessments, vulnerability analysis.

KBR Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• AD&DD
• flexible spending account
• disability
• paid time off
• 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 of 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.

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