Systems Engineer (IRT)

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR in Chantilly, VA on-site is seeking a Systems Engineer (IRT). This role requires a current TS/SCI clearance with poly and a STEM degree with at least 2 years of experience.

You will join a team delivering digital engineering and MBSE approaches to support major system acquisitions. Responsibilities include applying MBSE methods, developing enterprise-level models, and ensuring adherence to SOW-driven SE processes.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 2+ years of experience.
• Foundational understanding of systems engineering and MBSE.
• Basic knowledge of data concepts such as relational databases and ontologies.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform on Independent Review Teams in support of Major System Acquisition milestones.
• Work with an experienced systems engineering team delivering foundational digital engineering approaches.
• Assist in MBSE method and technique implementations.
• Develop and support enterprise digital engineering models, ensuring data is accessible and interconnected.
• Ensure SE and MS&A processes align with SOW requirements and federated modeling across the enterprise.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM

Master’s in Systems Engineering

Tools

SysML

MBSE tools

Job description

Title: Systems Engineer (IRT)

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 Systems Engineer to join our team on site in Chantilly, VA.

TS/SCI with poly is required for consideration.

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 effort is in direct support of a US Space Industry Prime Partner in the Chantilly, VA area.

We are looking for the self-driven, the bold, the passionate Systems Engineers who will join KBR on an exciting journey of professional thrill and personal growth as the Team pursues and steps up to strategic Customer Enterprise-level challenges!

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform on an Independent Review Teams in support of specific Major System Acquisition milestones.
• Work with an experienced, systems engineering savvy team apprenticing and providing team continuity.
• Under supervision, deliver foundational digital engineering (DE) approaches that ensure the engineering and MS&A processes are met.
• Assist technical teams and leadership in the implementation of MBSE methods and techniques.
• Assist in developing and supporting enterprise level digital engineering approaches, ensuring that models, data, and information are accessible, interconnected, and structured to support organizational goals.
• Ensure that systems engineering and MS&A processes covered in the SOW requirements are followed.
• Support the federated modeling approach across the enterprise and mission partners.
• Adhere to the MBSE modeling methodology guidelines and principles established by the team.
• Ability to communicate modeling concepts and best practices to stakeholders at varying levels.

Basic Compensation: $98,000 - $122,000 USD annually The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Work Environment: Location: On-site Travel Requirements: Minimal Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

• Must possess a current/active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 2 years of experience.
• Foundational understanding of systems engineering principles and familiarity with Digital Engineering (DE)/Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Basic understanding of data concepts and technologies such as relational databases, ontology, Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) or Systems Modeling Language (SysML).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with teammates and stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Systems Engineering or relative field.
• Exposure to MBSE tools or coursework (e.g., SysML) is desired
• General awareness of digital industry trends such as Cloud/IaC, Data Analytics, DevSecOps, AWS and/or Azure, Containerization/micro-services
• Basic knowledge or academic exposure to satellite or space-based technologies
• Familiarity with Operations Research/Systems Analysis concepts
• Introductory knowledge of Digital Thread or Digital Twin concepts
• Willingness to learn and grow within systems engineering disciplines

KBR Benefits

• 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.

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.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

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.