Spacecraft Subsystem SME

KBR, Inc; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance & AD&D

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in El Segundo, CA is seeking a highly experienced spacecraft or spacecraft subsystem SME to join our team. The role focuses on SE&I for USSF Space Systems Command, with responsibilities spanning design, integration, and testing of space vehicles and ground segments.

Qualified candidates will have a technical BS, extensive space systems experience, and an active Secret clearance (TS/SCI a plus). On-site work is required in Southern California with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required; TS/SCI a plus.
• BS in engineering, mathematics, physics, software or CS.
• 15 years’ experience with spacecraft bus or subsystems.
• DOD or IC space experience preferred.
• On-site at LAAFB; ~10% travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for the ESS Program Office in the prime contractor delivery of the space vehicle in the area of Mechanical, Electrical or Test.
• Lead the trades for unit and subsystem designs, integration and testing into the spacecraft bus, payload and space vehicle.
• Ensure the technical design and interfaces within the space vehicle, along with the ground and terminal segments.
• Support all component and unit test programs, including space qualification testing ensuring survivability in space environments; develop test documentation (plans/reports).
• Support the space vehicle test program, ensuring survivability in space environments; develop test documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Systems engineering

Spacecraft

Education

BS in engineering/technical field

MS preferred

15 years experience in space systems

Job description

Spacecraft Subsystem SME 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. KBR is seeking a motivated and experienced spacecraft or spacecraft subsystem SME to join our team in El Segundo, CA. The MSEIT effort provides leading-edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the United States Space Force’s (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC). We acquire state-of-the-art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide the technical leadership and assessment for the ESS Program Office in the prime contractor delivery of the space vehicle in the area of Mechanical, Electrical or Test
• Lead the trades for unit and subsystem designs if necessary, integration and testing into the spacecraft bus, payload and space vehicle
• Ensure the technical design and interfaces within the space vehicle, along with the ground and terminal segments
• Support all component and unit test programs, including space qualification testing ensuring survivability in the space environments. Develop test documentations, e.g. test plan and reports as necessary
• Support the space vehicle test program, ensuring survivability in the space environments. Develop test documentations, e.g. test plan and reports as necessary
• Building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with various government customer organizations, contractors, and FFRDC teammates

Work Environment

Location: On-site Travel Requirements: Infrequent Working Hours: Standard Qualifications: Required: An active Secret Clearance is required for this position. Ability to obtain, or currently cleared for TS/SCI is a plus. BS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, software or computer science 15 years’ experience with spacecraft bus or subsystems, or Master’s degree and 12 years’ experience Previous proven coordination experience Effective communication (both written and oral), and interpersonal skills. Ability to perform in highly visible and stressful situations DOD or IC space experience preferred Space systems engineering experience desired at the unit, subsystem, spacecraft or space vehicle levels Requirement to work on site at LAAFB 100%. Remote work unavailable Approximately 10% travel within Southern California and CONUS, depending on prime contractor selection of unit suppliers

Basic Compensation

$150,000 to $229,000 in California The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

KBR Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or 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 — 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. In everything we do, we are guided by our 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.

At KBR, We Deliver.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.