Systems Engineer Level IV

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

Job summary

KBR Systems Engineer Level IV role in Washington, DC area requires leading advanced systems engineering across space and aerospace programs. Responsibilities cover requirements development, architecture design, integration, verification, and mission execution within cost and schedule constraints.

We seek 8–12+ years of experience, Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred), and active security clearances. On-site/hybrid work in the DC region with opportunities to collaborate with government customers and

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.

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 (V&V).
• 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.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

MBSE

V&V planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

DOORS

MBSE

Job description

Systems Engineer Level IV 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 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

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.

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.