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Senior Systems Engineer

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Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

About Us

At KBR, we deliver science, technology, and engineering solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions. Our team at the USGS Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center supports the Landsat program and other remote sensing initiatives that impact global environmental monitoring and research. We value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do.

Why You'll Love This Role

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and ensure mission-critical systems meet stringent reliability and security standards. Your work will shape the future of Earth observation technologies and have global impact.

ResponsibilitiesLead design, development, and maintenance of scientific/engineering software systems, ensuring quality and compliance while meeting scope, schedule, and budget contstraintsDefine and document system requirements, operational concepts, and integration/test plansAnalyze customer requirements and translate them into design specifications; create prototypes and validate solutionsDevelop and execute test plans; perform integration, system, and acceptance testingCreate and manage project schedules to ensure timely delivery of system components and milestonesEvaluate vendor software and recommend adoption or integrationConduct studies to enhance efficiency, reduce cost, and meet evolving requirementsPlan and coordinate work of engineers; mentor and train team membersServe as organizational consultant and lead cross-functional teamsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field14 years of progressive, related experience in systems engineering or software development for scientific/engineering applicationsProven ability to lead complex system design and integration effortsStrong understanding of Software Design Life Cycle, configuration management, and quality assurance principlesDesired SkillsProject Management Professional (PMP) certificationAWS Solutions Architect or similar certificationExperience with hybrid-cloud architectures and containerizationKnowledge of image processing, database management, and software developmentProficiency with tools such as DOORS, Jira, and ConfluenceAbility to conduct trade studies for technology upgrades, cloud services, and software updates

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Three years of continuous residency in the US for issuance of a Government Security credentialThe candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hiring to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account

Experience and/or Education in lieu of these qualifications will be reviewed for applicability to meet these requirements.

KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above.

KBR Benefits​

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.  We support career advancement through professional training and development.​

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.