Senior Systems Engineer
About The Position
KBR is seeking a motivated, collaborative Scrum Master to support a team at its Colorado Springs location. The role supports the Test Director across test and evaluation planning, execution, analysis, and reporting, and calls for an understanding of software development, systems engineering and integration, C2 networks, and data management. The position is on-site, with minimal travel (0–10%) and normal business hours. The successful candidate will serve one or two Agile teams, facilitate Scrum ceremonies, support backlog readiness, remove impediments, monitor team health and delivery metrics, and coach team members and Product Owners in Agile practices. 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
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Foundational understanding of Agile principles, the Scrum framework, and iterative software development practices.
- At least 1 year of experience working on an Agile team in any capacity.
- Strong communication, organization, and facilitation skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, priorities, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally, or similar work management platforms.
- Ability to identify and communicate risks, issues, and impediments affecting team delivery.
Nice To Haves
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I), or SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or willingness to obtain a certification within six months of hire.
- Experience participating in Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
- Experience supporting software development, systems engineering, cybersecurity, or other technical teams.
- Knowledge of SAFe, Kanban, DevSecOps, or Lean principles.
- Experience supporting DoD, government, or highly regulated contracts.
- Familiarity with Agile metrics, including velocity, burndown charts, cycle time, and sprint predictability.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Scrum Master for one or two Agile delivery teams, supporting Scrum principles, Agile best practices, and team commitments.
- Plan and facilitate Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-Ups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
- Partner with Product Owners to ensure user stories are refined, estimated, prioritized, and meet Definition of Ready criteria before sprint commitment.
- Identify, manage, and escalate risks, issues, and blockers affecting team performance, working with stakeholders and the Lead Scrum Master/RTE to resolve them.
- Track sprint progress, velocity, predictability, team capacity, and other Agile metrics to support improved performance and delivery outcomes.
- Coach and develop Agile teams by educating team members and Product Owners on Agile values.
Benefits
- Potential additional compensation, depending on job title or level and internal policy or contractual designation, including sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
