Chief Engineer (APMSE)

KBR•St Inigoes, MD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success. The Chief Engineer (APMSE) serves as the senior technical authority supporting the integration, sustainment, and modernization of Counter Uncrewed Systems (CuXS). This role leads technical execution across hardware, software, and firmware integration activities, ensuring engineering documentation and work products align with Government requirements and operational priorities. The Chief Engineer advises program leadership on technical risk, engineering tradeoffs, and execution priorities while coordinating across Government-Industry teams. This position is central to enabling rapid adaptation of CuXS solutions under the oLSI model and ensuring technical rigor across the program lifecycle.

Requirements

Active/Current Secret, with eligibility to obtain Top Secret.
U.S. citizenship required.
Master's in Engineering or an Engineering/STEM Discipline & 8+ years of experience, OR Bachelor's in Engineering or an Engineering/STEM Discipline & 12+ years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting system integration under an oLSI or Government‑led integration model.
Experience developing and reviewing engineering change documentation and integration drawings.
Familiarity with system safety, failure analysis, and corrective action programs.
Experience supporting fielded systems and operational stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead technical planning and execution for CuXS system integration and engineering support across O&M, PROC, and RDT&E efforts.
Direct development, review, and delivery of key engineering documentation (e.g., integration documentation, technical analyses, and technical reports) supporting program objectives.
Oversee engineering change development and incorporation supporting system improvements, deficiency corrections, and logistics support improvements.
Coordinate engineering investigations, failure mode identification, and corrective action recommendations for fielded systems.
Ensure technical data is properly reviewed, maintained, and updated to reflect approved changes to system configuration and operation.
Provide technical leadership across stakeholders, including coordination of engineering priorities, deliverables, and risk mitigations.
Ensure technical outputs are compatible with Government IT environments and appropriate classification handling requirements.