Missile Systems Engineer Level IV

KBR, Inc.•Washington, DC

2d•$183,200 - $251,800•Hybrid

About The Position

The Missile Systems Engineer Level IV provides advanced technical leadership in the design, integration, and lifecycle management of missile and weapon systems supporting U.S. Government programs. This role spans system architecture, requirements development, integration, test, and mission execution across complex, high-performance defense systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field
8–12+ years of experience in missile systems or aerospace engineering
Experience with system design, integration, and analysis
Familiarity with missile subsystems (GNC, propulsion, structures, avionics)
Experience supporting DoD or defense programs
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Active Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Active TS/SCI clearance
Experience supporting missile flight testing programs
Knowledge of hypersonic or high-speed weapon systems
Familiarity with MBSE or digital engineering tools
Leadership or task lead experience

Responsibilities

Lead design, development, and integration of missile and weapon systems
Develop and manage system and subsystem requirements with full traceability
Conduct system-level trade studies and performance analyses
Support guidance, navigation, and control (GNC), propulsion, structures, and payload integration
Support design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR) and provide technical recommendations
Lead verification and validation (V&V) activities for system requirements
Support integration, test, and evaluation (I&T), including flight testing
Interface with government customers, stakeholders, and subcontractors
Resolve technical issues and provide engineering solutions
Prepare and present technical briefings, reports, and documentation