Lead Senior Systems Engineer

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Lead Senior Systems Engineer

KBR is seeking a Lead Senior Systems Engineer to join our team at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM. US citizenship and an active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI and SAP are required.

The Lead Systems Engineer shall be responsible for overseeing the systems engineering related aspects of the contract and shall have demonstrated expertise in systems engineering concepts and processes to include MATE philosophies and MBSE methodologies. The Lead Systems Engineer shall serve as the primary technical point of contact and shall serve as the lead for technical discussions and technical issue resolution. This individual shall possess the ability to coordinate cross-functional team efforts to ensure system architecture and design align with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the PI by translating the strategic direction into a feasible technical path to execution
• Lead working-level IPT's and provide technical recommendations to the leadership team
• Represents the team in a technical capacity to the government customer and external organizations
• Periodic travel (~once per month) may be required to carry out duties
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• An active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI and SAP. An active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret will be considered.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) degree from accredited institution
• 8 years of relevant experience relating to DoD projects such as major weapons systems or major programs (e.g., ACAT)
• Experience managing complex systems over their life cycles
• Experience with various engineering disciplines such as nuclear, aerospace, electrical, and systems engineering
• Must be able to demonstrate engineering principles and concepts in reference to systems engineering
• Expertise with requirements development and analysis, and the development of systems engineering-related documents including requirements/specifications, interface control documents, and validation & verification plans
• Solid analytical and problem solving skills; able to sort through complex issues and develop clear solutions, provide in-depth technical assessments and identify issues and risks
• Effective interpersonal and team-building skills, to engage at both the engineer and management levels
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Clear and concise written, verbal communications and presentation skills; able to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to the customer
• Highly organized, capable of handling multiple competing priorities; able to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and quickly adjust in a dynamic environment
• Must be a motivated, self-starter capable of autonomous on-the-job learning/improvement
  
  

Desired

• MS in Engineering
• Nuclear weapon system experience
• Systems engineering certifications, such as CSEP, ESEP, OCSMP
  
  

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40hrs

Work Environment

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Basic Compensation

$180-$210k

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

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.
  
  

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people 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 People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

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.

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