• Systems Engineer/Architect

    KBR (Lexington Park, MD)


    Title:

    Systems Engineer/Architect

    Program Summary

    KBR is seeking a mission-driven Systems Engineer/Architect to support the NAVAIR Infrastructure & Integration (I&I) Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) team.

     

    Join the 30,000-strong, global KBR Team in delivering technology solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. KBR is a Great Places to Work certified company offering fulfilling careers, an exceptional employee experience, and compelling, competitive rewards. Our culture is driven by collaboration, transparency, mutual respect, and shared purpose.

    Job Summary

    This role is ideal for a seasoned IT leader with deep expertise in enterprise systems, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and CAD integration. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of experience in military and civilian IT environments, with a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and delivering secure, scalable, and compliant solutions

     

    Roles and Responsibilities

     

    Lead daily operations related to systems management, ensuring effective task delegation and mentorship.

     

    • Foster a high-performance culture aligned with ESB implementation goals.

    • Spearhead internal training programs and develop onboarding materials.

    • Serve as the ESB Subject Matter Expert (SME), supporting ongoing development and environment adoption. Advising on transition efforts LOG-IT I&I Team.

    • Act as SME for CAD integration tools including CREO, IPEM, CADIQ, ANARK, and MBDVidia.

    • Manage translation workflows for 3DPDF, STEP, and QIF formats.

    • Administer and maintain AWS-hosted servers, including patching, backups, and certificate management.

    • Support provisioning and automation across the ESB ecosystem.

    • Leverage tools such as AWS, Active Directory, Apache, BIG-IP, and VPN technologies to ensure secure and scalable operations.

    • Apply DISA STIGs and system hardening techniques to maintain cybersecurity compliance.

    • Lead vulnerability remediation efforts and manage audit-readiness documentation (FAM, DADMS).

    • Support enterprise-wide initiatives for configuration management and risk assessments.

    • Provide strategic recommendations to leadership on infrastructure scalability, security, and performance.

    • Lead root-cause analysis and implement system enhancements to support program milestones.

    • Standardize environmental and operational processes through documentation and training.

    • Coordinate with external teams for system upgrades, and troubleshooting.

    • Represent Systems Management in cross-functional leadership meetings and milestone planning.

    • Provide on-demand technical support and manage NNHD trouble tickets.

    Basic Qualifications

    • Must be a US Citizen

    • Bachelors degree and 10+ years of experience in IT systems architecture, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management.

    • CompTIA Security+ CE certification

    • Proven leadership in military and civilian IT environments.

    • Active Secret Clearance (or ability to obtain).

    • Expertise in AWS, Teamcenter, Apache, Active Directory, JIRA, and SQL-based platforms.

    • Strong background in system hardening, STIG compliance, and vulnerability remediation.

    • Experience with CAD and PLM tools and enterprise integration workflows.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience supporting NAVAIR or other DoD programs.

    • AWS certification (e.g., Solutions Architect).

    • Familiarity with eQube-MI, TcRA, and OOMA platforms.

    • Background in aviation logistics and tactical information systems.

     

    Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week.

     

    Compensation: $113,960-170,940.

     

    The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, 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 a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

     

    KBR 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 .

     

    Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt 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.