Sustainment Test & Evaluation Engineer

KBR, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 129,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. seeks a Sustainment Test & Evaluation Engineer to support a Space Systems Command PMO at Peterson SFB, CO.

You will conduct independent testing and terminal operations for MILSATCOM / NC3 systems, working in a collaborative MSEIT IPT environment to sustain space and ground communications for warfighters. The role requires DoW SECRET clearance, a technical degree, and 10+ years in leadership with 5+ years in DoW test processes, plus travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations.

Qualifications

• Active DoW SECRET clearance required to be considered for this position.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or similar technical discipline.
• 10+ years leadership/management experience.
• 5+ years experience with DoW/USAF/USSF test processes and documentation
• 5+ years experience working with military or DoW civilian clients and managing professional relationships
• 5+ years experience working in a highly competitive multi-contractor environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written, verbal communications and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, coordinate and execute testing on MILSATCOM systems and subsystems.
• Provide engineering support including integration, circuit troubleshooting, and anomaly resolution; assess modifications.
• Author and deliver test plans, procedures, diagrams, and technical reports.
• Travel up to 20% to CONUS and OCONUS locations as directed by government customer.

Skills

Leadership experience

Test processes experience

Client relations

Multi-contractor environment

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/related field

Tools

Jira/Confluence

Digital Engineering tools

Job description

Title:

Sustainment Test & Evaluation 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.

KBR is seeking a Sustainment Test & Evaluation (T&E) Engineer to support a Space Systems Command (SSC) Program Management Office (PMO) located at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO. We conduct Operations & Sustainment (O&S) activities for state‑of‑the‑art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) systems, providing global secure, survivable and protected communications for our Nation’s warfighters.

We are looking for an innovative, creative and highly‑motivated T&E Engineer capable of autonomous, on-the-job learning/growth to conduct independent testing as well as terminal operations for a diverse set of strategic and tactical MILSATCOM space systems and NC3 capabilities/infrastructure. The ideal candidate will employ their skills and experience to tackle technical challenges and drive executable solutions for legacy and transitioning strategic and tactical space‑based telecommunication capabilities. The ideal candidate will conduct test planning, execution and assessments using established/proven government processes and procedures for independent verification and validation of new hardware/software changes to technical baselines. Work in a state‑of‑the‑art laboratory with multiple to effectively and efficiently test system upgrades/improvements. Join our high‑functioning, high‑performing MSEIT Sustainment Integrated Product Team (IPT) and be an important part of directly and positively affecting Joint and Allied combat readiness as they employ MILSATCOM and NC3 space systems, terminals and software applications worldwide during full spectrum military operations.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state‑of‑the‑art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure 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.

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.

Work Environment:

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

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Design, plan, coordinate and execute testing on the Family of Beyond Line-of-Sight Terminals (FAB-T), Global Aircrew Strategic Network Terminal (Global-ASNT), Time Distribution Subsystem Pre-Processor (TDSPP), MILSATCOM Messaging System (MMS), Global Broadcast Service (GBS) and various other MILSATCOM systems, subsystems and devices
• Provide engineering and technical support, including integration, communication circuit troubleshooting, system‑level anomaly resolution and identification and isolation of software or hardware defects to evaluate/assess system modifications for shortfalls or interoperability issues and provide technical assessments to the client with regards to the modifications
• Author and deliver technical documentation including test plans, test procedures, system configuration diagrams, engineering studies, technical white papers, and test reports
• Travel: Up to 20% to CONUS and OCONUS locations upon government customer direction

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active DoW SECRET clearance required to be considered for this position
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or similar technical discipline from an accredited university
• 10+ years leadership/management experience
• 5+ years experience with DoW/USAF/USSF test processes and documentation
• 5+ years experience working with military or DoW civilian clients and managing professional relationships
• 5+ years experience working in a highly competitive multi-contractor environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written, verbal communications and presentation skills

Preferred:

• 5+ years of Developmental Test (DT) experience supporting a DoW Lead Developmental Test Organization (LDTO) or other verification test organization
• 5+ years of Operational Test (OT) experience supporting a DoW Operational Test Agency (OTA) or other validation test organization
• Proper handling and use of cryptographic equipment
• Understands basic principles of cyber security testing focused on DoW STIG compliance
• Possesses International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) certification (e.g., ASEP, CSEP, ESEP)
• Possesses knowledge of DoW mission system sustainment processes
• Understands Narrowband/Wideband/Protected SATCOM capabilities; previously operated/maintained one or more of the following systems: FAB-T, MMS, Global-ASNT and/or GBS
• Understands basic use of Jira/Confluence or other Digital Engineering (DE) applications (e.g., MBSE)

This position is 100% onsite on Peterson SFB’s Product Support Facility (PSF). Given mission requirements, this position is not eligible for formal hybrid or full remote employment options.

Basic Compensation:

$129,000-$161,000 in Colorado Springs

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 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.