Jr. Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering Engagement)

KBR • Chantilly, VA

4d • $82,000 - $102,000 • Onsite

About The Position

KBR/Trinzic is seeking an entry-level Systems Engineer for a Digital Engineering Engagement role supporting a U.S. Space Industry Prime Partner in Chantilly, Virginia. The position is on-site and supports enterprise-level systems engineering modernization. The engineer will apprentice to experienced Engagement Specialists and work under the supervision of Digital Engineering subject matter experts, helping deliver foundational digital engineering approaches and support the implementation of Model-Based Systems Engineering methods and techniques.

The role includes supporting enterprise digital engineering approaches so models, data, and information are accessible, interconnected, and structured to support organizational goals. The engineer will help ensure systems engineering and modeling, simulation, and analysis processes are followed, support federated modeling across the enterprise and mission partners, and communicate modeling concepts and best practices to stakeholders.

A current, active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required. The position offers annual compensation of $82,000 to $102,000, based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and internal parity. Travel is minimal, and working hours are standard. Candidates joining KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business before its planned spin-off, expected in January 2027, will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete without needing to reapply.

Requirements

• Current, active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline; systems engineering-related degrees are preferred.
• Zero years of experience required.
• Foundational understanding of systems engineering principles and familiarity with Digital Engineering (DE) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Basic understanding of data concepts and technologies such as relational databases, ontology, Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or Systems Modeling Language (SysML).
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with teammates and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related field.
• Exposure to MBSE tools or coursework, such as SysML.
• General awareness of digital industry trends such as Cloud/IaC, data analytics, DevSecOps, AWS and/or Azure, containerization, or microservices.
• Basic knowledge or academic exposure to satellite or space-based technologies.
• Familiarity with Operations Research/Systems Analysis concepts.
• Introductory knowledge of Digital Thread or Digital Twin concepts.
• Willingness to learn and grow within systems engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Apprentice to experienced Engagement Specialists and perform tasks under the supervision of Digital Engineering subject matter experts.
• Work to increase engagement across the enterprise and with other agencies to enable systems engineering modernization.
• Deliver foundational digital engineering approaches under supervision to ensure engineering and MS&A processes are met.
• Assist technical teams and leadership with implementing MBSE methods and techniques.
• Assist in developing and supporting enterprise-level digital engineering approaches so models, data, and information are accessible, interconnected, and structured to support organizational goals.
• Ensure systems engineering and MS&A processes covered in the SOW requirements are followed.
• Support the federated modeling approach across the enterprise and mission partners.
• Adhere to the team’s MBSE modeling methodology guidelines and principles.
• Communicate modeling concepts and best practices to stakeholders at varying levels.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level