Systems Engineer

KBR•Lexington Park, MD

8d•$130,000 - $195,000•Onsite

About The Position

KBR Mission Technology Solutions is seeking a motivated and talented System of Systems Engineer to join its team in Lexington Park, Maryland. The role contributes to the design, development, implementation, integration, testing, and delivery of multidisciplinary, cross-platform hardware and software solutions for the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR). The selectee will support a government program office responsible for linking sensors and weapons to provide Naval Integrated Fire Control capability to the fleet. The work involves assessing design concepts, flight and ground test methods, capability delivery considerations, software design, and tactical operations, while coordinating with government and contractor partners. The position is on-site, with no remote work available, and includes moderate travel to government and contractor facilities, test sites, and technical meetings or conferences. Working hours are flexible, with standard government-hour support and surge support during integration and test phases. KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business is expected to spin off as Trinzic in January 2027. Employees who join the business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or in physical sciences from a regionally accredited college or university.
At least 10 years of technical experience across varied fields, including the design and performance of sensors and weapons, tactical data links, and naval command and control.
Active Secret security clearance.
Ability to obtain a final DoD Top Secret security clearance within six months of the start date.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or in physical sciences from a regionally accredited college or university.
Experience integrating platforms, sensors, and weapons across Navy kill chains.
Ability to troubleshoot system-to-system relationships and develop unified solutions.
Active Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to the government program office responsible for linking sensors and weapons to provide Naval Integrated Fire Control capability to the fleet.
Analyze and assess design concepts, flight and ground test methods, and capability delivery considerations to develop optimal solutions.
Identify and resolve issues involving software design and tactical operations.
Coordinate interdisciplinary solutions among government and contractor partners.
Participate in technical conferences and partner technical interchange meetings to bring advanced technologies to NAVAIR.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D coverage
Flexible spending account
Disability coverage
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Professional training and development
Potential sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance