Space Systems 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.

KBR has an opportunity for a Space Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services focused on support for systems engineering activities and protection of space systems.

• →Directly contribute to government’s mission success through comprehensive analysis, thought leadership and proactive action.
• →Assist in planning and oversight of the government’s systems engineering efforts.
• →Support space protection and mission integration as directed by the government.
• →Review documentation, represent government interests in forums that support streamlined delivery of new capabilities and standardization of integration efforts.

$110,000 - $120,000 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.

• US Citizenship
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) or relevant field, and three (3) years or more experience, Masters in STEM or relevant field, and one (1) year or more experience.
• Experience in systems engineering processes (e.g. SE lifecycle, risk management, change management, etc.).
• Strong understanding of integrating Government capabilities into operations baseline.
• Expert at defining solutions for broad, abstract topics; succinctly captures issues for the customer and provides analysis and recommendations.
• Ability to work independently and with a team, operate effectively with contractor, SETA, FFRDC, and Government teammates.
• Self-starter, anticipates and proactively addresses customer requirements with no supervision, ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables.
• Polished communicator (written/verbal) with impeccable interpersonal skills and personal judgment.
• Master at collaboration and coordination with multiple stakeholders -- consensus builder.

• Working knowledge of joint operations planning processes.
• Real-time operations experience as a spacecraft or ground systems operator
• Familiar with MBSE/Digital Engineering, AGILE development, cloud technologies
• Experience with Jira, Confluence
• Knowledge of satellite constellations, spacecraft orbit, and ground station characteristics.
• Knowledge of space protection topics related to satellite operations (e.g. launch, communications, navigation, maneuvers, etc.), threat/risk assessments, vulnerability analysis.

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.