Space Systems Engineers (Multiple Positions)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and relocation benefits

Dynamic team environment

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is looking for Space Systems Engineers to enhance the nation's security through innovative systems. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science field, active Top Secret clearance, and significant experience in systems engineering. Responsibilities include leading technical development, system integration, and collaborating with government officials. This position is crucial for advancing space systems command and is based in El Segundo, CA, with a competitive salary range of $121,000 to $251,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance, SCI eligible.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience for mid‑level positions.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience for senior positions.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical concept development and requirements.
• Perform system integration of complex space systems.
• Communicate with mission partners on interface control documents.

Skills

Technical requirements development

Systems engineering lifecycle

Proficiency in requirements verification

Communication skills

Expertise in orbital mechanics

Knowledge in signal processing

Education

Bachelor of Science in related field

Master's degree in related engineering discipline

Job description

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.

Position Overview

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

• Lead technical concept development, requirements development, systems engineering, and oversee development contractor to develop, design, produce, integrate, and test space systems (space, ground, and C2).
• Possess high knowledge in payload integration, sensor employment, and application of orbital mechanics as they impact space operations, CONOPS development, and mission planning.
• Perform system integration of multiple efforts to integrate complex space systems and their deployment into on‑orbit operations.
• Communicate clearly and collaboratively with mission partners on interface control documents.
• Oversee requirements verification and validation processes and their execution.
• Make space program risk assessments and provide actionable recommendations to the Chief Engineer and Program Manager.
• Collaborate expertly with Government program office representatives, FFRDC, SETA, and other contractor personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance, SCI eligible.
• Bachelor of Science degree in a 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.
• Proficiency 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 requirements development, technical design reviews, configuration control, and government Deficiency Review (DR) board establishment, execution, and DR disposition and management.
• Ability to assess technologies such as signal processing and communications.

Desired Requirements

• Master’s degree preferred in a 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 focusing 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.

Basic Compensation

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
$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.

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.

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.