Systems Engineer IV / Simulation Integration and Test Expert
KBR Careers · Beavercreek, OH · 1 mo ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Support simulation-related analysis, requirements development, and systems engineering activities.
- Cook up with cross-functional teams within AF/LCMC engineering, user communities, and external autonomy experts.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams within AF/LCMC engineering, user communities, and external autonomy experts.
- Support integration plans, interface definition, verification strategies, and test approaches for autonomous systems.
- Execute simulations to evaluate system effectiveness or suitability under relevant operational conditions and scenarios.
- Strong communication skills and ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for leadership.
- Maintain a willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers’ requirements and needs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in autonomy development, autonomous systems integration, AI/ML systems, robotics, or advanced mission systems.
- Exposure to Modeling & Simulation concepts & Standards (e.g., JSE, AFSIM, MACE).
- Familiarity in systems engineering processes (requirements, integration, verification, validation).
- Familiarity with software development, requirements management software (GitLab, Artifactory, Nexus), Test Management, and Defect Tracking (JIRA).
- Hands-on experience with container technologies, including Docker and Podman, for building, running, and troubleshooting containerized applications.
- Experience with DoD acquisition or military aviation programs.
- An active Secret clearance is required.
Desired Experience
- Master’s degree desired.
- STEM degree desired.
- 5+ years of experience in flight test as a discipline engineer or test conductor.
- Prior experience supporting Air Force programs, particularly in Fighter, unmanned systems, or advanced mission systems.
- Knowledge of digital engineering tools, modeling & simulation, and architecture frameworks (e.g., DoDAF, UAF, MBSE).