Base: $181,000-$215,000; bonus/equity: possible si...
Fully remote
Detect and avoid system engineering
Mq-9 unmanned aircraft systems
Leading 25+ engineer teams
The role serves as the technical authority for a large multidisciplinary team of over 25 engineers supporting the NAVAIR-led MQ-9 MUX MALE program
Job Summary
The role serves as the technical authority for a large multidisciplinary team of over 25 engineers supporting the NAVAIR-led MQ-9 MUX MALE program.
Candidates must possess deep expertise in detect-and-avoid systems, aviation safety, and software-intensive unmanned aircraft systems to ensure safe operations in shared airspace.
KBR offers competitive compensation ranging from $181,000 to $215,000 along with comprehensive benefits including 401K matching, medical insurance, and professional development opportunities.
Matching Summary
The role serves as the technical authority for a large multidisciplinary team of over 25 engineers supporting the NAVAIR-led MQ-9 MUX MALE program.
Salary
Base: $181,000-$215,000; Bonus/Equity: Possible sign-on bonus, short-term incentives, discretionary payments; Benefits: 401K match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Detect and Avoid System engineering
MQ-9 unmanned aircraft systems
Leading 25+ engineer teams
DoD acquisition program experience
Aviation safety critical systems
FAA and DoD airspace compliance
Nice-to-have
Master's degree in Engineering
Systems Engineering certification
NAVAIR SETR process knowledge
Agile DevSecOps in safety environments
Direct MQ-9 platform experience
TS/SCI clearance eligibility
Key Requirements
US Citizen with Active Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline
12+ years in systems engineering or defense programs
Experience leading 15+ personnel on DoD programs
Hands-on experience with unmanned systems and avionics