• Lead Systems Engineering

    KBR (Offutt AFB, NE)


    Title:

    Lead Systems Engineering

     

    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.

     

    Job Summary: Acts as a liaison between IT development groups and business units for the development and implementation of new systems and enhancement of current systems. Evaluates new applications, system requirements, developments in field of expertise, and evolving business needs to recommend appropriate solutions and alternatives. Under general direction, uses specialized knowledge or skills to solve complex and unique problems, or direct the daily activities of a business, technical support, or functional support team. Establishes priorities for the completion of assigned tasks. Uses judgment to interpret internal and external issues and develop best practices. May direct resources, prioritize tasks and provide guidance to less experienced team members. Relies upon experience, interpersonal skills, and broad knowledge of field to ensure task completion in compliance with policies, procedures, and business strategy.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Develops and applies advanced methods, theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complex and difficult system design requirements and problems requiring the expert application of advanced knowledge

    + Plans, conducts and technically directs projects or major phases of significant projects, coordinating the efforts of engineers and technical support staff in the performance of assigned projects

    + Experience performing technical planning, system integration, testing and functional management. Technical and strategic data analytical. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

    + Supporting requirements analysis, requirement generation, scheduling, and trade studies. Excellent communications, both written and verbal to brief large groups and senior leaders, and the ability to support and lead teams

    + Must be capable of synthesizing system applications-related information to include the mission requirement, nuclear planning, threat capabilities and the intended operational environment, while applying fundamental concepts, processes, practices and procedures.

    + Must be capable of working on multiple complex work assignments to develop plans and solutions, coordinate and integrate system related requirements to support operational needs

    Work Environment:

    + Location: On-Site

    + Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%

    + Working Hours: Standard

    Qualifications Required:

    + Experience managing network using Application Centric Infrastructure

    + Experience developing and implementing AI/ML based solutions (AIOps/MLOps)

    + Experience with IT process automation integration

    + Skills required for this job are typically acquired through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree or Doctorate degree and

    + A minimum of at least 12 years of applicable progressively complex systems design experience, including hardware/software integration of complex systems

    + Active Top Secret security clearance

    Desired:

    + Experience with the cybersecurity and sustainment, or acquisition

    + ITIL certification

     

    Ready to Make a Difference?

     

    If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

     

    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.