Systems Engineer Level IV

KBR Careers; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Systems Engineer Level IV in Washington, DC area to provide advanced leadership across the full lifecycle of space and aerospace systems for U.S. Government programs.

Responsibilities include requirements development, architecture, integration, verification, and mission execution to meet objectives within cost, schedule, and technical constraints. Active Secret clearance is required; TS/SCI preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8–12+ years of systems engineering experience.
• Experience across full systems engineering lifecycle.
• Familiarity with requirements tools (e.g., DOORS, MBSE).
• Understanding of aerospace/space system architectures.
• Experience supporting government programs.
• Active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end systems engineering activities from concept development through mission operations.
• Develop, decompose, and manage system and subsystem requirements with traceability.
• Conduct system-level trade studies and architecture development.
• Integrate multidisciplinary subsystems into cohesive system design.
• Support design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR).
• Lead verification and validation planning and execution.
• Support integration, test and evaluation (I&T).
• Coordinate with program management on cost and schedule alignment.
• Interface with government customers and subcontractors.
• Develop and deliver technical briefings and documentation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

DOORS

MBSE

Job description

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Title

Systems Engineer Level IV

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 is a contingent position based upon contract award.

Position Overview

The Systems Engineer Level IV provides advanced systems engineering leadership across the full lifecycle of space and aerospace systems supporting U.S. Government programs. This role is responsible for requirements development, system architecture, integration, verification, and mission execution, ensuring all subsystems function cohesively to meet mission objectives within cost, schedule, and technical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end systems engineering activities from concept development through mission operations
• Develop, decompose, and manage system and subsystem requirements with traceability
• Conduct system-level trade studies and architecture development
• Integrate multidisciplinary subsystems into cohesive system design
• Support design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR)
• Lead verification and validation (V&V) planning and execution
• Support integration, test, and evaluation (I&T)
• Coordinate with program management on cost and schedule alignment
• Interface with government customers and subcontractors
• Develop and deliver technical briefings and documentation

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 8–12+ years of systems engineering experience
• Experience across full systems engineering lifecycle
• Familiarity with requirements tools (e.g., DOORS, MBSE)
• Understanding of aerospace/space system architectures
• Experience supporting government programs
• Active Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience with NRL, NAVSEA, DARPA, or similar
• MBSE and digital engineering experience
• Flight hardware program experience
• Leadership experience at task/team level

Clearance

Active Secret Required (TS/SCI Preferred Or Eligible)

Work Environment

On-site/hybrid environment supporting government labs, integration facilities, and offices with occasional travel to test and launch sites.

Basic Compensation

$135,600 - $186,400

This range is for the Washington DC 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 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.

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