Title:

Military Air Operations Subject Matter Expert (SME)

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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.

Key Responsibilities:

KBR is seeking a is seeking a Military Air Operations Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team in supporting the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) on location in Reston, Virginia. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

The applicant will contribute to an exciting project to advance Department of Defense (DoD) capability to conduct mission-level modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of complex, adaptive kill webs. The selected individual will serve on a broader multi-disciplinary team of operational military and intelligence community subject matter experts, operations research analysts, and modelers conducting sponsor-directed studies and analyses using an environment and MS&A tool being developed by DARPA.

Applicant must have strong knowledge of current and emerging operational requirements and capabilities of the Combatant Commands, Services, the Joint Staff and other warfighting commands, as well as operational and tactical experience with beyond-visual range air-to-air and air-to-surface tactics, Air or Integrated Tasking Orders (ATO or ITO), as well as with joint and service military planning of the same.

Applicant will develop Blue Joint Air Operations concepts of operations (CONOPS) and incorporate emerging warfighting concepts into a joint, all-domain modeling & simulation environment. Applicant will assist with the development of behaviors and decision structures for simulation execution, and with interpretation of simulation outputs. Applicant may also lead small teams or tasks in support of the broader overall effort. The ideal candidate will have practical experience using AFSIM or similar mission-level M&S software.

Work Environment:

Describe the work environment, including any specifics about on-site expectations, travel requirements, or other relevant details.

Location: OnsiteTravel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM Discipline, plus 12 years of experienceStrong technical background with strong aptitude and willingness to learn MBSE diagramming and M&S scripting techniquesMilitary Joint Qualified Officer (JQO) designationAbility to quicky adjust to new organization, technological and employment constructs for planning and CNOPS development.Expert knowledge/experience in Joint warfighting capabilities, advanced weapons, current and future operational conceptsAbility to adjust quickly to new organizational, technological, and employment constructs for planning and CONOPs developmentExcellent project management and/or Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP) skillsAbility to think creatively and function as part of a high-performing teamAbility to coordinate with government and external contractor stakeholders to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify objectivesExcellent oral and written communications skillsUS CitizenshipActive DoD Top Secret clearance with current SCI eligibilityEligible for Special Access Program (SAP) access

Desired:

Experience supporting analytical studies of military operations\Strong background in Joint all-domain operations including air (at a minimum), maritime, land, space, and/or cyberWorking level knowledge of AFSIM; familiarity with NGTS, ITASE, or another mission-level M&S environmentWorking level knowledge of behavior modeling in AFSIM, NGTS, or another similar mission-level M&S frameworkGeneral Knowledge of MBSE tools such as CAMEO or InnovateSpecific working level knowledge of behavior and BMC2 modeling in AFSIM, NGTS, or other similar mission level M&S frameworkPractical MBSE or technical diagramming experienceMaster's Degree in a STEM discipline plus 12 years of experience

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.

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

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.