Title:
JR System EngineerWho We Are
KBR Mission Technology Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA and other federal agencies. KBR’s areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity. KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.
The Mission Ahead
This role is with KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions (MTS). At KBR MTS, we don't just envision a world that's safer, more secure, and sustainable - we create it. Our legacy of delivering advanced full life cycle professional and technical solutions is matched only by our commitment to operational readiness and innovation. As stewards of critical missions for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA, and other key federal entities, we excel in engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity. United in our quest for excellence, KBR stands at the vanguard, ready to transform possibilities into impactful realities for a better tomorrow.
Who You Are
You are an Jr. System Engineer who will collaborate with multiple stakeholders in the design, development, and research of interfaces, ensuring that all subsystems are properly integrated into a fully viable, completed system. You will provide ongoing functional analysis to validate mission requirements and constraints while assessing and monitoring system performance and providing feedback to a subsystem team of teams. You will act as an advisor to the customer, providing them with the results they need to inform mission critical decisions.
What You’ll Do
As a JR System Engineer, you will:
- Support end-user needs by identifying, investigating and resolving system issues related to space systems
- Collaborate with analysts, project leads, and customers to enhance operational efficiency and system reliability
- Assist in developing system requirements and specifications aligned with High-Level Mission objectives
- Participate in trade studies to identify improvements in system performance, architecture, and software/hardware solutions
- Contribute to engineering tradeoff analyses and assist in formulating Courses of Action (COAs) that consider operational constraints
- Gather information to create technical documents that support project deliverables
- Stay updated on agency, national, and international standards related to space systems development to ensure compliance and integration
- Provide support throughout the systems engineering life cycle, managing risks and developing mitigation plans to guarantee mission success
- Track project activities for systems engineering, software/hardware development, and deployment, ensuring effective command and control integration
- Engage in continuous improvement efforts to optimize ground processing and mission management practices
Required Qualifications:
- Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to successfully obtain a CI Polygraph
- Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline
- Ability to work in fast paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills
- Self-starter who can partner with multiple teammates
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Understanding of planning and integrating secure solutions based on legal, policy, and compliance directives
- Familiarity with development of requirements for system performance, availability, scalability, manageability, and security for mid-to-large-scale systems
Basic Compensation:
$92,100.00-$112,600.00
This range is for the El Segundo, CA area only.
$88,100.00-$107,600.00
This range is for the King of Prussia, PA area only.
$92,100.00-$112,600.00
This range is for the Chantilly, VA area only.
$80,100.00-$97,800.00
This range is for the Beavercreek, OH area only.
$80,100.00-$97,800.00
This range is for the San Antonio, TX area only.
$76,100.00-$93,000.00
This range is for the Clearfield, UT area only.
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 teams 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.
We Deliver – Together.
BENEFITS
KBR offers a best-in-class total compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We also support career advancement through professional training and development. Learn more about our benefits.
KBR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
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.
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.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Ability to successfully obtain a CI Polygraph
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with multiple teammates and stakeholders
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Understanding of planning and integrating secure solutions based on legal, policy, and compliance directives
- Familiarity with developing requirements for system performance, availability, scalability, manageability, and security for mid-to-large-scale systems
KBR, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about KBR, Inc and has not been reviewed or approved by KBR, Inc.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemented by life insurance, mental wellness resources, and a resilience program. Multiple plan options and added wellbeing tools bolster the core offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with employer matching contributions alongside additional savings options. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan complements long‑term financial benefits.
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Flexible Benefits — Work-life programs provide flexible schedules with options for part-time, remote, and “superflex” arrangements coordinated with managers. These flexible arrangements help tailor benefits to role and personal needs.
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What We Do
KBR, Inc. is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company, formerly a subsidiary of Halliburton.








