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Test and Integration Engineer

KBR is seeking a Test and Integration Engineer to join our team in Albuquerque, NM supporting the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC). An active DoD TS/SCI clearance is required.

The Test and Integration Engineer will support the AFNWC Air Delivered Capabilities Directorate to conduct end-to-end, stockpile-to-target sequencing to assess the entire operational envelope of the weapon delivery system, fire control, and nuclear warhead. The test program includes the full spectrum of nuclear-tasked operational weapon systems to include air-delivered gravity weapons, cruise missile nuclear warheads, aircraft, weapon delivery avionics, maintenance and operations personnel, technical orders and manuals, other associated support systems, and command-and-control processes and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Plan and coordinate test activities, test execution, and post-test data processing and validation of joint test events.

+ Support assessment and evaluation of integration efforts and data by various aircraft platforms for potential impacts of issues that may affect the interoperability of the weapon and delivery systems, and for compliance with interface requirements and nuclear certification criteria for the air delivered nuclear weapons programs.

+ Model different test and integration scenarios, enabling the project team to proactively address potential challenges and to formulate robust management plans.

+ Provide recommendations for technical and programmatic solutions to include the generation of ad hoc reports such as white papers and other analytical reports.

+ Requirements management, testing/ integration, compatibility certification and weapon qualification.

+ Manage ancillary equipment requirements, ensuing production and collaboration with the weapon storage facility program for warhead and ancillary equipment considerations and keep abreast of the nuclear certification programs of the interrelated projects (i.e., delivery system, platform, weapon storage facilities).

+ Some travel to support customer mission and goals may be required.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ An active TS/SCI clearance is required to be considered for this job, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.

+ 8 + years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a science or technical field, or 4 + years of related experience with a master’s degree in a science or technical field.

+ Demonstrate proficiency in fighter (USAF and non-US NATO) and bomber aircraft systems and the interoperability and integration of System 1 and System 2 communication protocols with nuclear weapon systems.

+ Familiarity with aircraft engineering systems (i.e., electrical, mechanical, logical) and standard operations, as well as detailed knowledge of MIL-STD-1553 and MIL-STD-1760 communication architecture and nuclear weapon integration.

+ Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of integrity, even under pressure.

+ Ability to multi-task and prioritize activities by levels of importance and suspense dates.

+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability to work effectively with all organizational levels, including a matrixed environment.

+ Able to work in a secure, confined location.

Desired:

+ Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) and/or Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) experience (with nuclear platforms/payloads preferred).

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40hrs

Work Environment:

+ Location: On-site

+ Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%

+ Working Hours: Standard

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. 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 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.

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