Systems Engineer IV / Systems Integration and Test Expert

About the role

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 is seeking a highly skilled Systems Integration and Test Expert to support planning, integration, test, and validation of Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP) systems in KBR's Government Autonomy Modeling and Simulation Environment (GAME). The selected candidate will work closely with government, industry, and partners to assess technology maturity, develop integration strategies, and support acquisition planning for the future of the Air Force ACP program. This is a senior position in which the candidate will apply in-depth operational expertise, leadership, and technical knowledge to support the Warfighter in ACP test and validation.

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.

Responsibilities

• Support simulation-related analysis, requirements development, and systems engineering activities.
• 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.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including operators, engineers, and acquisition professionals.
• 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.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: Maintain a willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers’ requirements and needs.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree desired.
• STEM degree desired.
• 5+ years of experience in flight test as a discipline engineer or test conductor.
• Experience using Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) or Digital Integrated Air Defense System (DIADS) simulator software.
• 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).

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.

Schedule

Location: On-site – Beavercreek Ohio; Hybrid (3 days minimum in office). Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20% or as directed by mission requirements. Working Hours: Standard 40 hours.