Sustainment Test & Evaluation Engineer
About The Position
KBR's National Security Solutions team is seeking a Sustainment Test & Evaluation (T&E) Engineer to support a Space Systems Command (SSC) Program Management Office (PMO) at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO. This role involves conducting Operations & Sustainment (O&S) activities for advanced Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) systems. The engineer will perform independent testing and terminal operations for strategic and tactical MILSATCOM space systems and NC3 capabilities, addressing technical challenges for legacy and transitioning space-based telecommunication capabilities. Responsibilities include test planning, execution, and assessments using government processes for hardware/software changes, and working in a state-of-the-art laboratory. The position is part of the MSEIT Sustainment Integrated Product Team (IPT), contributing to Joint and Allied combat readiness.
Requirements
- Active DoW SECRET clearance required to be considered for this position
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or similar technical discipline from an accredited university
- 10+ years leadership/management experience
- 5+ years experience with DoW/USAF/USSF test processes and documentation
- 5+ years experience working with military or DoW civilian clients and managing professional relationships
- 5+ years experience working in a highly competitive multi-contractor environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent written, verbal communications and presentation skills
Nice To Haves
- 5+ years of Developmental Test (DT) experience supporting a DoW Lead Developmental Test Organization (LDTO) or other verification test organization
- 5+ years of Operational Test (OT) experience supporting a DoW Operational Test Agency (OTA) or other validation test organization
- Proper handling and use of cryptographic equipment
- Understands basic principles of cyber security testing focused on DoW STIG compliance
- Possesses International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) certification (e.g., ASEP, CSEP, ESEP)
- Possesses knowledge of DoW mission system sustainment processes
- Understands Narrowband/Wideband/Protected SATCOM capabilities; previously operated/maintained one or more of the following systems: FAB-T, MMS, Global-ASNT and/or GBS
- Understands basic use of Jira/Confluence or other Digital Engineering (DE) applications (e.g., MBSE)
Responsibilities
- Design, plan, coordinate and execute testing on the Family of Beyond Line-of-Sight Terminals (FAB-T), Global Aircrew Strategic Network Terminal (Global-ASNT), Time Distribution Subsystem Pre-Processor (TDSPP), MILSATCOM Messaging System (MMS), Global Broadcast Service (GBS) and various other MILSATCOM systems, subsystems and devices
- Provide engineering and technical support, including integration, communication circuit troubleshooting, system-level anomaly resolution and identification and isolation of software or hardware defects to evaluate/assess system modifications for shortfalls or interoperability issues and provide technical assessments to the client with regards to the modifications
- Author and deliver technical documentation including test plans, test procedures, system configuration diagrams, engineering studies, technical white papers, and test reports
Benefits
- 401K plan with company match
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- AD&D
- flexible spending account
- disability
- paid time off
- flexible work schedule
- professional training and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
