Ground Systems Engineer

KBR

Chantilly, Virginia, United States
Not specified; not specified; competitive lifestyl...
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Active ts/sci clearance with polygraph
8+ years satellite ground system experience
U.s. citizen requirement
** KBR is seeking a Senior Ground Systems Engineer to support the U.S. Government's satellite ground segment operations in Chantilly, Virginia. The role involves providing Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) to enhance national security missions through innovative engineering solutions. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing critical Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance support for a major U.S. Government organization managing proliferated satellite constellations.
  • Candidates will work within a collaborative environment to design resilient space capabilities that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
  • KBR offers competitive benefits including a 401K plan with company match, comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, and flexible work schedules.

Matching Summary

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** KBR is seeking a Senior Ground Systems Engineer to support the U.S. Government's satellite ground segment operations in Chantilly, Virginia. The role involves providing Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) to enhance national security missions through innovative engineering solutions. **

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Competitive lifestyle benefits including 401K match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, FSA, disability, PTO, and flexible schedule

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • 8+ years satellite ground system experience
  • U.S. citizen requirement
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline
  • Systems development life cycle knowledge
  • Requirements definition and architecture development

Nice-to-have

  • Master's or Ph.D. in STEM field
  • Experience with multiple satellite programs
  • Familiarity with JIRA and Confluence
  • Knowledge of TCPED architectures
  • Cloud-based technologies and automation
  • Modeling languages like Python and SysML

Key Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph
  • U.S. citizenship mandatory
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related STEM
  • 8+ years supporting satellite ground systems
  • Experience with Agile/DevSecOps methodologies

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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