Title:

Technical Baseline Lead

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the MSEIT contract. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for KBR employment. However, you also have the option to be hired by one of our subcontractor teammates.

The MSEIT (MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration and Test) team in support of SSC (Space Systems Command) in El Segundo is seeking an individual to provide Information Assurance (IA) and Cybersecurity support for the MILSATCOM Capability area. The MILSATCOM portfolio of programs has an ongoing need for IA/Cybersecurity support, to meet the needs of our emerging next-generation protected SATCOM.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Air Force’s Space and Missiles System Center. We support the Air Force’s acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and flowdown of requirements for a large space based processed communications system

• Lead Interface Control Documents (ICD) development for a large space based processed communications system (e.g. Payload to Terminal ICD, Payload to Ground ICD, etc)

• Lead the Configuration Management team in preparing for Engineering Review Boards (ERBs) and Configuration Control Boards (CCBs)

• Provide technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) in reviewing Prime contract Change Proposals

• Review Prime contractor proposed hardware/software implementations that would satisfy program requirements

• Work with MSEIT modeling team to ensure models align with technical baseline to include ICDs and requirement flowdown

• Lead effort to assess proposed baseline changes for impacts to requirements and verification. Supporting the customer with verification tracking to ensure the developer and source requirements are adequately verified

• Ensure effective requirements integration across space and ground, hardware and software, and all other aspects of systems and organizations within the Enterprise

• Integrate activities over the lifecycle of systems within the Enterprise including pre-contractual, development and production, as well as operations and sustainment

• Interact with the prime contractor and government leads to ensure that all system requirements and interfaces are consistent and valid across the Enterprise

• Develop acquisition and technical requirements-related briefings, plans, papers, and other documentation in support of SMC decision making. Collaborating with prime contractors, other support contractors, government civilians, and members of the U.S. Space Force

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site

• Travel Requirements: Minimal

• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active TS/SCI clearance

• BS degree in engineering

• 9+ years’ experience in systems engineering, integration, and/or test

• 9+ years’ experience working on DoD programs

• Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and tools used to support requirements development and traceability

• Solid analytical and problem solving skills

• Organization capability with ability to handle competing priorities

• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills

• Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to customers, senior leaders, and stakeholders

• Capable in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

• Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility

Desired:

• 12+ years’ experience with space systems in space or ground segments

• 12+ years’ experience in a space acquisitions environment

• Experience in satellite hardware and software development

• Professional certifications, such as INCOSE CSEP, ESEP, ASEP or PMP

• MBSE certifications such as OCSMP

• Agile, Scrum master certification

Basic Compensation: $175,000-$195,000 in California

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team

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.

  Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient.

A t KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

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.