Space Systems Engineers (Multiple Positions)

KBR Careers; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 251,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR’s Space Systems team is seeking Space Systems Engineers to join the SSC Hemisphere program. You will lead concept development, requirements engineering, and oversee integration of space, ground, and C2 elements to enable on-orbit operations.

You will work with government leadership to ensure timely, compliant delivery of complex defense space solutions. The role requires a Top Secret clearance, a BS in a related field, and 5–10 years of experience depending on level, with knowledge across

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance or SCI eligible.
• Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering, physics, math, data science, systems engineering or aerospace engineering or space physics.
• Minimum 5 years for mid-level and 10 years for senior positions.
• Expertise in requirements development and system engineering lifecycle for DoD space programs.
• Knowledge of spacecraft bus, payloads, orbitology, navigation, and C2 concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical concept development, requirements development, systems engineering for space systems (space, ground, and C2).
• Oversee integration of space systems and collaboration with government partners.
• Perform system integration across multiple efforts to deploy on-orbit space assets.
• Communicate with mission partners on interface control documents and reviews.
• Oversee verification/validation processes and DR board activities.
• Provide risk assessments and actionable recommendations to Chief Engineer/PM.
• Collaborate with government program offices, FFRDC, SETA, and contractors.

Skills

Clearance TS

Systems engineering

Requirements development

DoD space systems

Orbital mechanics

Education

Bachelor of Science in related science

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Title: Space Systems Engineers (Multiple Positions) 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.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award. KBR is seeking Space Systems Engineers to join our Space Systems Command (SSC) team on the Hemisphere program. Individuals will serve as trusted advisors and experts on space systems and supporting engineering services required to enable and support Space Systems Command. The successful candidates will collaborate and communicate with Government leadership team to ensure processes and products are delivered within program schedule and demonstrate depth of knowledge as applied and used in system of systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Leads technical concept development, requirements development, systems engineering, and oversees development contractor to develop, design, produce, integrate, and test space systems (space, ground, and C2)
• Highly knowledgeable in payload integration, sensor employment, and application of orbital mechanics as they impact space operations, CONOPS development, and mission planning
• Performs system integration of multiple efforts to integrate complex space systems and their deployment into on-orbit operations
• Ability to communicate clearly and in a collaborative manner with mission partners on interface control documents
• Oversees requirements verification and validation processes and their execution
• Makes space program risk assessments and provides actionable recommendations to the Chief Engineer and Program Manager
• Expertly collaborates with Government program office representatives, FFRDC, SETA, and other contractor personnel

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance, SCI eligible
• Bachelor of Science degree in related science field (electrical engineering, physics, math, data science, systems engineering, aerospace engineering, orbital mechanics, or space physics, etc.)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience for mid-level positions.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience for senior positions.
• Expertise in technical requirements development, systems engineering lifecycle, and application to DoD space system acquisition processes
• Proficient in requirements verification and validation for specific space system components and/or subcomponents to include orbitology, navigation, sensor employment, communications, optimization, and command and control
• Knowledgeable in systems engineering processes and procedures, including but not limited to requirements development, technical design reviews, configuration control, and government Deficiency Review (DR) board establishment, execution, and DR disposition and management
• Able to assess technologies, such as signal processing and communications

Desired Requirements

• Master’s degree preferred in related engineering discipline (electrical engineering, systems engineering, aerospace engineering, math, or physics, etc.) and 10 years of experience in DoD space system acquisitions
• Experience with generative AI tools
• SAP eligible
• Expertise in navigating dynamic and fast paced engineering acquisition program offices within the DoD with special focus on spacecraft bus and payloads
• Previous experience with DoD and/or IC programs with a focus on space system architectures to include the ground segment layer
• Recognized demonstrated leadership skills in the Aerospace or DoD working across space and ground segment organizations
• Highly adept with writing and delivering documents and briefings with effective communication skills

  Locations

  • Los Angeles (El Segundo), CA preferred.
  • Colorado Springs.
  • Dulles, VA, and Albuquerque, NM.

  Scheduled Weekly Hours: <40 >

  Basic Compensation: $121,000 – $251,000 annually (This range is for the CA area only) $110,000 - $229,000 annually (This range is for the CO area only) The offered rate will be based on 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.

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