OPIR TAP Lab System Architect Lead at KBR, Inc.

El Segundo, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

170000.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

OPIR System Architecture, User Engagement, Data Processing, OPIR Phenomenology, EO/IR Systems, System Architecture Solutions, Remote Sensing Data Exploitation, Missile Warning, Battlespace Awareness, System Specifications, ITWAA Reporting, Tactical Reporting Systems, OPIR Processing, War Gaming, AI/ML, LLMs

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Title: OPIR TAP Lab System Architect Lead KBR is seeking an Missile Warning, OPIR System Architecture, User Engagement, Data Processing, and OPIR Phenomenology Subject Matter Expert to support the Space Systems Command (SSC/MGT) Delta 84 Missile Warning Ground TAP Lab. An active TS/SCI is required to be considered for this position. Key Responsibilities: Advise Senior Government decision makers on needs and uses for space based OPIR and EO/IR Systems data collection systems. Recommend viable solutions that enhance current mission capabilities. Provide OPIR Phenomenology and exploitation capabilities subject matter expertise. OPIR Missile Warning and Battlespace Awareness Operational Mission Requirements, System specifications and applications for current and future planned systems, including GEO, HEO, MEO and LEO constellations. Development of clear concise presentations for senior level Government decision makers, communicate and recommend solutions that contribute to decision making. Ability to develop system architecture solutions to enable, enhance or support end user mission needs. Ability to draw on network of OPIR R&D exploitation community including NGA, NASIC, TENCAP and other government agencies performing remote sensing data exploitation. Work is on-site, 5 days a week. Frequent (25-30%) travel to Boulder and Aurora, CO is required. Required Qualifications: Active TS/SCI Security Clearance is required to be considered for this position, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain. Master's degree in Engineering, Physics or related discipline or 15+ years’ experience with DoD/IC OPIR and/or EO/IR sensor phenomenology, system requirements, application and operations. 10 Years experience with OPIR Systems and network architectures, ITWAA reporting . 10 Years experience/knowledge of Missile Warning, Missile Defense and/or Battlespace Awareness tactics, techniques and procedures. (TTPs) and Operations. Tactical reporting systems including TES, Link 16 TIBS/TRAP, IBS/GBS and GCN. Understanding of basic Exceedance, Rep Return, Track, Tactical Parameter Estimation OPIR processing. Desired Qualifications: Experience with War Gaming, Exercise Mission Planning and Operations, DoD Test and Evaluation. Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Large Language Model (LLMs) and Imagery exploitation. Work Environment: Location: On-site Travel Requirements: Up to 25% Working Hours: Standard Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Basic Compensation: $140,000 to $170,000 This range is for California only. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. 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. 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. 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. 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. KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver. Fraud Alert Fraud has infiltrated the job placement market via the internet, email and direct phone contact. Attempts have included unauthorized use of KBR’s name and logo to solicit potential job seekers or to extend false job offers. Bad actors may mix in fake job advertisements with legitimate postings. These ads can include contact instructions and require job seekers to send sensitive personal information or money to pay for visa applications, processing fees, etc., in exchange for consideration for a high-paying position. KBR will never ask for any sort of advance payment as part of the recruiting/hiring process. 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Responsibilities

The lead will advise senior government decision-makers on the needs and uses for space-based OPIR and EO/IR systems data collection, recommending viable solutions to enhance current mission capabilities. This includes providing subject matter expertise on OPIR phenomenology and developing system architecture solutions to support end-user mission needs.