Lead Skytower Systems Engineer

KBR - Kellogg Brown & Root Pty Ltd

Lexington Park, MD, US
Base: $129,000-$194,000; bonus/equity: possible bo...
Not specified (likely onsite or hybrid based on the nature of the role).
Systems engineering lifecycle and v-model execution
Networked mission systems integration
Airborne network extension and relay functions
KBR is seeking a Lead Skytower Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership for the MQ-9 SkyTower program, focusing on airborne communication capabilities for the U.S. Marine Corps. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in systems engineering, particularly in software-intensive defense programs, and will lead a team of engineers in system design, integration, and testing

Job Summary

  • KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of Defense, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support.
  • The Lead SkyTower Systems Engineer serves as the technical authority and team lead for a team of approximately 8–10 engineers, coordinating across hardware, software, networking, and integration disciplines to support the Marine Corps’ distributed and expeditionary operations.
  • KBR offers competitive lifestyle benefits including 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and supports career advancement through professional training and development.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

KBR is seeking a Lead Skytower Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership for the MQ-9 SkyTower program, focusing on airborne communication capabilities for the U.S. Marine Corps. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in systems engineering, particularly in software-intensive defense programs, and will lead a team of engineers in system design, integration, and testing.

Salary

Base: $129,000-$194,000; Bonus/Equity: Possible bonuses and incentives; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Systems engineering lifecycle and V-model execution
  • Networked mission systems integration
  • Airborne network extension and relay functions
  • Requirements management and interface control
  • Technical leadership of engineering teams
  • Software-intensive system integration

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with NAVAIR SETR process
  • Knowledge of DoD aviation sustainment and testing
  • Familiarity with MOSA and modular payload integration
  • Agile/DevSecOps development experience
  • Strong collaboration with government and industry partners
  • Mentoring and promoting systems engineering practices

Key Requirements

  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline
  • 10+ years systems engineering or software-intensive defense experience
  • Prior experience leading engineering teams
  • Master’s degree and systems engineering certification preferred

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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