Title:

Lead Engineer

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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.

FOR PROPOSALS ONLY: This is a contingent position based upon contract award

Position Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing capabilities-based assessments, verifying and validating current USSTRATCOM strategic weapon system planning programs, and emerging commercial systems. The role involves using a trigger-driven environment for modeling and simulation, conducting focused technology studies, and performing engineering analyses to improve system performance, survivability, and cybersecurity.

Key Responsibilities:

Verification & Validation: Perform capabilities-based assessments verifying and validating current USSTRATCOM strategic weapon system planning programs (NPES, MPAS, DSS, GAP CIE, FSR, FSAM, and NPES Re-capitalization) and emerging commercial systems.Technology Research & Analysis: Research and analyze emerging commercial and other DoD technologies for potential applicability to USSTRATCOM systems addressing system and software application requirements. Perform analysis of alternatives on Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) software tools identifying software solutions that may be utilized “as is” or further developed or incorporated into software prototypes. COTS and GOTS software and software prototypes shall support the research, testing, and assessment of proposed operating concepts and system architectures including the development and testing of new communications, messaging, and data transmission concepts.System Analysis: Analyze system design and development, comparing actual versus “to be” system configurations, and assess design adequacy in relation to system performance and required technologies.Environment Risk Evaluation and Mitigation: Design environments identifying and assessing technical and performance risks, as well as potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and recommend risk mitigation options.

Work Environment:

Location: On-siteTravel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline, Computer Science or a related field.Experience: Extensive experience in systems engineering, particularly in the defense sector.Modelling and Simulation: Proficiency in modeling and simulation tools and techniques.Problem Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsSystems & Architecture: Experience with NC3 systems and architectures.Cybersecurity Knowledge: Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.Communication & Leadership Skills: Excellent communication and leadership skills.Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Desired:

Education: Master’s degree in an Engineering discipline , Computer Science or a related field.

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, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

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.