System Safety Engineer

KBR•El Segundo, CA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

KBR is seeking a System Safety Engineer to join their team in El Segundo, CA. This role is crucial for protecting national security, as the engineer will work on the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) contract, supporting the definition of next-generation space communication systems for the US Space Force Military Satellite Communications. The position involves Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment, interfacing with team members, contractors, government civilians, and the USSF. The role may involve leading and supporting working groups focused on technical discussions, risk and requirements gap resolution, briefing development, action item tracking, and meeting minutes. The MSEIT effort provides SE&I for the Space Force’s Space Systems Center (SSC), supporting the acquisition of advanced Military Satellite Communications systems that ensure secure, survivable, and protected communications for warfighters. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, small-team environment, utilizing modern tools and methodologies to address complex space and ground communications system integration challenges.

Requirements

Ability to obtain a Secret clearance is required for this position.
Bachelor’s degree.
4+ years’ experience in systems engineering.
1+ years’ experience in Systems Safety engineering, to include System Safety Engineering practices, techniques, and procedures and working with System Safety military standards and regulations.
Ability to coordinate with numerous stakeholders and customers.
Strong interpersonal skills to enable working and interfacing with diverse personnel and working in a dynamic team environment.
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science.
Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP).
Knowledge and experience in Jira and Confluence.
Experience with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, PTES, PTS, and FAB-T terminal programs.
Experience working with military and DoD civilian clients.
Experience and familiarity working on a government space systems program.
Experience working on a Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) contract.
Active Secret Clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

Support the MSEIT System Safety Government Team by evaluating ESOH risks identified by the government, contractors, or other stakeholders.
Prepare ESOH documents and provide system safety support for Space Flight Worthiness certification.
Document, perform, and execute changes to Government System Safety documents.
Review and participate in government evaluations of contractor documentation to hazard analyses, mitigation strategies, and safety assessments, as well as advise the government team.
Perform safety risk assessments in accordance with MSEIT Program and Space Force guidance documents and prepare safety risk assessments for acceptance or for further mitigation.
Prepare documents including but not limited to: Programmatic Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Evaluation (PESHE), Space Debris Assessment Report/End of Life Plan (SDAR/EOLP) for space vehicles, and Environmental Analysis for ground system.
Prepare and support the System Safety elements of the space vehicle Space Flight Worthiness certification.
Collaborate with prime contractors, other support contractors, government civilians, and members of the U.S. Space Force.