Test Engineer

KBR, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide. Are you ready to embark on a journey where your expertise meets meaningful impact? As a Test Operations Engineer, you'll support all aspects of radar Ground and Missile flight test planning and execution. Join our team at KBR and be at the forefront of Test and Evaluation, contributing directly to our success story. You'll collaborate closely with a diverse team, fostering innovation and excellence every step of the way. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply now and let's shape the future together!

Requirements

US citizenship required
5+ years of test operations experience with air missile defense radar system (Sentinel /PATRIOT / IBCS /LTAMDS /ALPS) and US Army Project and Product acquisition and engineer support
Experience supporting / leading radar ground and missile flight test missions
BS degree
Secret clearance required
Huntsville based position, no remote work
Ability to travel up to 20 weeks per year (typically duration no more than 2 weeks at a time)
Familiarity with test planning and execution, to include the development / understanding of test schedules, requirements and objectives
Experience in building technical briefings
Experience engaging and working across support organizations and stakeholders

Nice To Haves

BS STEM degree
5+ test operations experience supporting military missile, aviation, and radar systems
Experience supporting / leading STARE radar ground and missile flight test missions
Experienced with System of System test operations and configuration
Experience with and working knowledge of the DoD Army acquisition process / guidance for testing
Experience leading IPT and WG teams / meetings
Experience briefing technical material to leadership / stakeholders
Experience working within the Joint Analysis Test (JAT) team environment
Experience developing test plans and other supporting technical documentation
Experience interpreting test objectives from system requirements
Familiarity working within the Test Event Management Team (TEMT) construct

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) Fires – Search Track Acquire Radiate Eliminate (STARE) radar ground and missile flight test mission execution (requires travel)
Responsible for the development of test plans /technical artifacts needed for test mission execution
Ability to coordinate mission resources and collaborate across stakeholders and internal/external organizations
Ability to interpret system requirements / test objectives ensure proper mission configuration etc.
Responsible for leading working groups (WG) / integrated product teams (IPT)