Tactical SATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test Lead

KBR•El Segundo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR's National Security Solutions team is seeking a Tactical SATCOM Systems Integration Engineer Lead to join their team in El Segundo, CA. This role involves defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Protected Tactical SATCOM - Global. The position requires supporting Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment, interfacing with team members, contractors, government civilians, and members of the USSF. The Systems Engineer will lead and support working groups focused on technical discussions, risk identification and resolution, requirement gap analysis, briefing development, action item tracking, and authoring meeting minutes. The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading-edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space System Center (SSC), supporting the acquisition of Tactical Satellite Communications systems for warfighters. The role is ideal for technical individuals who thrive in a collaborative, small-team environment using modern tools and methodologies to integrate complex space and ground communications systems.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science
15+ years’ experience with system specification development, verification, validation, and technical analysis
Experience supporting space systems
Experience leading SE&I activities across multiple teams or organizations
Experience working directly with military or DoD civilian clients

Nice To Haves

Secret or higher clearance
Master’s degree in technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science
Experience with military satellite communication systems, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, Protected Tactical SATCOM systems, COMSATCOM
Experience with space and ground systems, including satellite communications, ground terminals, command and control systems, and DoD networks
Experience supporting government program offices in an acquisition or advisory capacity
Experience supporting US Space Force and/or SSC
Knowledge of MILSATCOM waveforms and protocols
Knowledge and practical experience using Jira and Confluence in SE&I or digital engineering environments
Certifications or experience in Agile development environments
Systems engineering or program management certifications such as CSEP, ESEP, PMI / PMP

Responsibilities

Serve as the Government SEI&T technical lead, accountable for planning, execution, and oversight of system‑of‑systems integration and verification for PTS‑G.
Lead and manage Government SEIT staff and supporting contractor SEIT teams, ensuring consistent processes, clear technical direction, and alignment with program priorities.
Act as the primary SE&I technical authority supporting government decision‑making across the acquisition lifecycle.
Develop and oversee requirements verification documentation, including: Verification requirements and traceability, Test plans and procedures, Test objectives, methodologies, and evaluation criteria.
Support development and maintenance of core Systems Engineering documentation, including: Systems Integration and Test Plan (SITP), Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Systems Verification Plan (SVP).
Ensure verification strategies are technically sound, executable, and appropriate for SoS environments involving multiple contractors and interfaces.
Develop and evolve operational concepts, requirements, and architectural designs supporting Protected Tactical SATCOM capabilities.
Conduct and analyze requirements flow‑down, interface definitions, and architectural trade studies.
Propose verification approaches, test strategies, and mitigation options for integration challenges and technical risks.
Provide systems engineering expertise across the entire lifecycle, from concept development and design through integration, test, and operational transition.
Lead implementation of a common Test and Evaluation (T&E) data environment, ensuring consistency across integration and test activities.
Integrate and leverage Digital Engineering and Digital Environment processes to support architecture, requirements, and integration tracking.
Ensure effective use of model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) and collaboration tools to improve decision transparency and traceability.
Support and participate in government and contractor activities including: Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Deficiency Review Boards (DRBs), Materiel Improvement Process Review Boards (MIPRBs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), Audits and milestone reviews.
Review and assess integration‑related deliverables, working across multiple IPTs to refine test and integration strategies.
Develop and present technical recommendation packages, assessments, and decision support briefings to customers at multiple leadership levels.
Chair or lead IPTs, SE&I working groups, and integration forums as required.
Identify, document, and manage systems engineering and integration risks, including development of mitigation strategies.