ATI Simulation Engineer

KBR, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR’s Defense and Technology Solutions division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, KBR’s Defense and Technology Solutions division provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide. KBR is seeking an experienced Advanced Technology Integration Simulation Engineer supporting the Tactical Aviation & Ground Munitions (TAGM) Project Office in Huntsville, AL. This role focuses on evaluating emerging technologies, enhancing digital engineering toolsets, and enabling advanced concept development for weapon systems such as HELLFIRE, JAGM, and future TAGM capabilities. The Advanced Technology Integration Simulation Engineer supports the Tactical Aviation & Ground Munitions (TAGM) Project Office by supporting next‑generation modeling and simulation capabilities for current and future munition systems.

Requirements

5+ years of related technical experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science
Ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD secret clearance
Experience with digital modeling and simulation (M&S)

Nice To Haves

Strong background in modeling & simulation, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or related technical fields.
Experience with digital engineering, modular open systems architectures (MOSA), or model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) preferred.
Understanding of missile technologies, multi‑domain operations, and weapon system integration concepts.
Ability to assess emerging technologies and translate technical findings into actionable recommendations.
Familiarity with DoD S&T processes, acquisition frameworks, and VV&A standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support digital models and simulation architectures to evaluate emerging guidance, seeker, propulsion, and warhead technologies.
Lead integration of new analytical tools, digital engineering methods, and simulation frameworks into TAGM’s weapon system development pipelines.
Conduct early‑phase performance and feasibility assessments for future missile concepts, multi‑domain employment, and advanced targeting solutions.
Support technology maturation efforts through high‑fidelity simulations, trade studies, and digital prototypes.
Collaborate with science & technology (S&T) partners, laboratories, industry, and cross‑functional engineering teams to transition advanced capabilities into the program of record environment.
Perform verification, validation, and accreditation (VV&A) activities to ensure new models meet DoD standards and interoperability requirements.
Analyze test data and technology demonstrations to enhance model fidelity and assess transition readiness.
Provide technical leadership for digital transformation initiatives and emerging simulation strategies across the TAGM portfolio.