Systems Engineer III / Test and Integration Lab Support

KBR Careers; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Systems Engineer III to support the horizontal integration of multiple USAF open architecture programs and autonomy projects. You will help drive the development, simulation, maturation, and coordination of open architecture capabilities; ensuring alignment across systems and enhancing mission effectiveness.

Location is on-site in Beavercreek, OH with 3 days minimum in the office. You will collaborate with Government clients, reduce risk via prototype efforts, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in STEM fields such as systems, computer, or aerospace engineering.
• 3-5 years in Systems Engineering.
• Experience with software architecture and development.
• Data modeling, test driven development, and mission planning.
• Collaborative software development in open source or professional teams.
• Active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess feasibility of horizontal integration across open reference architectures and multiple projects.
• Coordinate experiments, ensure aligned lines of effort, and brief leadership on results.
• Break up cross‑cutting activity into prototype‑based work to reduce risk.
• Engage with Government clients to understand integration requirements.
• Analyze data to optimize hardware, software, and IT solutions.
• Deliver systems integration results across architectures and standards.

Skills

Software architecture

Data modeling

Test-driven development

Open source collaboration

Security clearance (Secret)

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Docker

Podman

OMS (Open Mission Systems)

Job description

Systems Engineer III / Test and Integration Lab Support

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 KBR?

• 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 Title

Systems Engineer III / Test and Integration Lab Support

Position Summary

KBR is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the horizontal integration of multiple USAF open architecture programs and autonomy projects. You will help drive the development, simulation, maturation, and coordination of USAF open architecture capabilities; ensuring alignment across systems and enhancing mission effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessments: Prototype and assess feasibility of horizontal integration efforts across open reference architectures and multiple projects
• Coordination: Coordinate experiments, assure complimentary lines of effort, and produce final leadership-level out briefs of experimentation results to inform horizontal integration decision making
• Risk Reduction: Break up scope of broad cross‑cutting activities into prototype‑based work to reduce risk and identify opportunities across open architectures and standards
• Client Engagement: Work with Government clients to understand the requirements and needs for integration
• Optimization: Analyze business and management challenges, recommend modifications to existing system designs, or develop new designs to maximize efficient use of data
• Analysis: Conduct analysis related to hardware, software, man‑machine interfaces, and system‑level requirements to deliver integrated IT solutions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in systems engineering, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM degree program
• 3-5 years’ experience in Systems Engineering
• Experience with software architecture and development
• Experience with data modeling, test driven development, and mission planning
• Experience with collaborative software development in either open source or professional team environments
• An active Secret clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Top-Secret clearance
• Familiarity with modern software development tools, languages, and methodologies
• Knowledge of DoD open architectures such as OMS (Open Mission Systems)
• Hands‑on experience with container technologies, including Docker and Podman, for building, running, and troubleshooting containerized applications.

Work Environment

• Location: On-site – Beavercreek Ohio; 3 days minimum in office
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0‑20%
• Working Hours: Standard

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a competitive suite of lifestyle and career benefits, which includes:

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Disability coverage
• Paid time off and flexible work schedules
• Professional development, training, and career advancement support

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, Let's shape the future together.

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.