Junior Software Engineer

KBR, Inc.•Beavercreek, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to customers in the intelligence and national security communities. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity solutions. The role is part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace. Contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense. KBR is seeking a motivated Software Engineer with C++ experience to support the Department of the Air Force advanced air platform testing and rapid development. This is an entry-level role ideal for someone with a strong interest in simulation or defense-related protocols (OMS, GRID, DIS, STANAG) looking for fast-paced, cutting-edge development work.

Requirements

Bachelors in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
1 to 3 years of programming and/or development skills
Active DoD Secret clearance
Experience with CI/CD systems, integration, and security (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, etc.)
Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience working with backend logic structures such as behavior or decision trees
Proficiency in TypeScript and Vue for frontend development
Proven ability to fix bugs and implement small to medium features on both frontend and backend

Nice To Haves

Excellent interpersonal and intrateam communication skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Experience with Websocket-based real-time data pipelines
Basic understanding of aircraft dynamics, tactical reasoning, or similar technical domains
Strong full-stack debugging skills across C++, databases, APIs, and Vue components
Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Responsibilities

Work with C++ and other programming languages for advanced air platform testing and rapid development.
Support the Department of the Air Force in their advanced air platform testing and rapid development initiatives.
Engage in simulation or defense-related protocols (OMS, GRID, DIS, STANAG).
Fix bugs and implement small to medium features on both frontend and backend.
Collaborate with a dynamic team in a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
Contribute to designing and optimizing defense systems.
Utilize CI/CD systems for integration and security.
Work with containerization technologies.
Develop backend logic structures such as behavior or decision trees.
Perform frontend development using TypeScript and Vue.
Engage in full-stack debugging across C++, databases, APIs, and Vue components.