Network Architect and Solutions Engineer

KBR • El Segundo, CA

10d • $150,000 - $187,000 • Onsite

About The Position

KBR is seeking a Network Architect and Solutions Engineer to join its team in El Segundo, California. The role supports a systems engineering team defining next-generation space communication systems for U.S. Space Force satellite communications. The position contributes to Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary, collaborative environment and interfaces with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians, and U.S. Space Force personnel.

The role provides technical advice and independent assessment for military satellite communications (MILSATCOM) backhaul and network transport solutions. It supports the integration of satellite communications systems with Department of Defense infrastructure, including DISA services and service-specific networks, and contributes to architecture, requirements, acquisition, verification, and operational acceptance activities.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test effort provides SE&I support to the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Center. Its work supports the acquisition of secure, survivable, and protected satellite communications for warfighters. The broader team works collaboratively in small teams using modern tools and methodologies to address complex space and ground communications integration challenges.

Requirements

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or an equivalent technical discipline.
• 10 or more years of experience supporting military communications or network systems acquisition and/or operations.
• 5 or more years of experience in development, research, or advanced engineering environments supporting government programs.
• 5 or more years of experience interfacing directly with senior stakeholders and contributing to requirements development and technical decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience in a SETA, SEIT, FFRDC, or government advisory role supporting space and/or networked systems.
• Expertise developing networking CONOPS and technical requirements for military or government systems.
• Strong understanding of MILSATCOM architectures, including backhaul services, ground systems, and enterprise network integration.
• Knowledge of DoD network environments, including transport, routing, switching, and enterprise services.
• Ability to independently perform technical analysis of contractor solutions.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with senior government, DISA, and industry stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical briefs, recommendations, and decision-support materials.
• Working knowledge of software or scripting languages used for network modeling, emulation, or simulation.

Nice To Haves

• TS/SCI eligibility or active clearance.
• Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN), virtualized network functions (VNF), or modern network management architectures.
• Experience supporting DISA architectures, transport services, or enterprise network integration efforts.
• Expertise in software development or automation supporting network design, testing, or analysis.
• Familiarity with DISA services, architectures, and transport offerings.
• Experience with the DoD acquisition lifecycle, requirements definition, and systems engineering processes.
• Experience working in multi-domain environments, including space, terrestrial, and enterprise networks.
• Systems engineering or program management certifications such as CSEP, ESEP, or PMI/PMP.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to government leadership on MILSATCOM backhaul and network transport solutions.
• Develop, review, and refine network requirements, concepts of operations (CONOPS), and technical performance parameters for SATCOM-enabled services.
• Independently assess prime contractor network architectures for alignment with government standards, mission needs, and enterprise integration requirements.
• Support government evaluation of system trades, technical risks, and architectural alternatives across space, ground, and terrestrial environments.
• Lead development of networking CONOPS and technical requirements for MILSATCOM backhaul and transport services.
• Analyze MILSATCOM backhaul architectures, including space segment, ground/baseband processing, transport, and enterprise network interfaces.
• Support integration planning between prime SATCOM systems and DoD infrastructure, including DISA services and service-specific networks.
• Assess baseband network switching, routing, and transport mechanisms needed to connect SATCOM systems to DoD enterprise environments.
• Identify interoperability concerns, interface gaps, and network performance impacts across integrated systems.
• Coordinate integration of prime contractor SATCOM solutions with DoD infrastructure, including DISA transport services and Army, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force networks.
• Coordinate with prime contractors, government program offices, DISA, and operational users to align designs with mission, security, and operational constraints.
• Support definition and review of interface requirements, network diagrams, and technical documentation for interoperability and standards compliance.
• Analyze bandwidth, latency, availability, redundancy, and resiliency for MILSATCOM backhaul architectures.
• Provide technical input to acquisition activities, including requirements development, RFP support, design reviews, and test planning.
• Evaluate and recommend network technologies, protocols, and architectures to improve performance, security, and resiliency across SATCOM and terrestrial segments.
• Participate in and lead technical interchange meetings with government and industry stakeholders to resolve integration challenges.
• Support system verification, validation, and operational acceptance activities for SATCOM and network transport solutions.
• Serve as a technical mentor and subject-matter expert in MILSATCOM networking and DoD integration best practices.
• Lead and support working groups, including technical discussions, risk and requirements-gap resolution, briefings, action-item tracking, and meeting-minutes preparation.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Flexible spending account.
• Disability benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional training and development.
• Potential additional compensation, which may include a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

What This Job Offers

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