THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD

KBR is seeking talented Systems Engineers with a background in test and evaluation (T&E) to join our Hemisphere team in El Segundo, CA. Qualified applicants will have experience and background in science and technology (S&T) research, and appreciation for S&T application and transition plans on filling capability gaps for the US Space Force. Individuals will serve as technical trusted advisors throughout the entire S&T lifecycle to include identifying, assessing, monitoring, and conducting feasibility assessments for successful transition to programs of record for Space Systems Command (SSC) within the Combat Power (CP) portfolio.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Master’s Degree in a technical field and over 10 years of relevant experience in S&T processes for the DoD (Air Force, Space Force, or SSC):
• Expert in systems engineering and test policy/execution of large-scale space-based and ground-based space systems and/or new start technical demonstration space and ground systems
• Deep knowledge of authoring test plans, test requirements and associated documentation for S&T processes
• Extensive familiarity with academia, industry and FFRDC partners within the S&T community
• Knowledgeable with test engineering processes and tool development applicable to streamlining transition of S&T opportunities to programs of record
• Experience with Department of Defense Test & Evaluation policies and procedures for quickly identifying, assessing, monitoring, and reporting on modern space control technologies
• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

• Identifies modern technologies, advancements, systems, and related S&T opportunities applicable for space control missions or known architectural gaps new technology could close on
• Collaborates with industry partners, academia, federally funded research and development centers (FFRDCs), and experts in the space control domain to assess S&T advancements and relevant research thrust areas
• Works with Government developmental and operational test agencies/organizations to develop adequate test methodologies for S&T initiatives consistent with program office mission criteria and partnered stakeholders on feasibility studies on transition plans into programs of record where applicable
• Leads and/or participates in test working groups which plan, status, and discuss test related activities for S&T efforts