Systems Engineer III / Test and Integration Lab Support

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on protecting national security.

About the role

KBR is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the horizontal integration of multiple USAF open architecture programs and autonomy projects. You will help drive the development, simulation, maturation, and coordination of USAF open architecture capabilities, ensuring alignment across systems and enhancing mission effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Prototype and assess feasibility of horizontal integration efforts across open reference architectures and multiple projects
• Coordinate experiments, assure complementary lines of effort, and produce final leadership-level out briefs of experimentation results to inform horizontal integration decision making
• Break up scope of broad cross-cutting activities into prototype-based work to reduce risk and identify opportunities across open architectures and standards
• Work with Government clients to understand the requirements and needs for integration
• Analyze business and management challenges, recommend modifications to existing system designs, or develop new designs to maximize efficient use of data
• Conduct analysis related to hardware, software, man-machine interfaces, and system-level requirements to deliver integrated IT solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM degree program
• 3-5 years’ experience in Systems Engineering
• Experience with software architecture and development
• Experience with data modeling, test driven development, and mission planning
• Experience with collaborative software development in either open source or professional team environments
• An active Secret clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Top-Secret clearance
• Familiarity with modern software development tools, languages, and methodologies
• Knowledge of DoD open architectures such as OMS (Open Mission Systems)
• Hands-on experience with container technologies, including Docker and Podman, for building, running, and troubleshooting containerized applications

Work Environment

• Location: On-site – Beavercreek, Ohio; 3 days minimum in office
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Disability coverage
• Paid time off and flexible work schedules
• Professional development, training, and career advancement support