Mission Protection Systems Engineer

KBR Inc

Las Cruces, NM, US
Active ts/sci clearance with polygraph
Space protection and situational awareness expertise
Orbital mechanics and satellite constellation knowledge
This role provides critical Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory services to protect national security space systems

Job Summary

  • This role provides critical Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory services to protect national security space systems.
  • The position requires deep expertise in orbital mechanics, counter-space threats, and the integration of space protection capabilities.
  • KBR offers competitive benefits including a 401K match, comprehensive medical coverage, and opportunities for professional career advancement.

Matching Summary

This role provides critical Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory services to protect national security space systems.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • Space protection and situational awareness expertise
  • Orbital mechanics and satellite constellation knowledge
  • Rendezvous and proximity operations experience
  • RF principles and GEOINT/SIGINT tasking knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Real-time spacecraft operator experience
  • MBSE and Digital Engineering familiarity
  • Agile development and cloud technologies
  • US Space Force operations structure knowledge
  • Proactive consensus building skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM with 9+ years experience
  • Master's degree in STEM with 7+ years experience
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required
  • US citizenship implied by clearance requirements

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship for TS/SCI clearance

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