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Systems Engineer

Location Lexington Park, Maryland Category Engineering, Technology, & Science Job Type Full time Job Id R2103626 Posted Date 06/06/2025
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Systems Engineer

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

KBR is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Systems Engineer. If you have a passion for systems engineering and supporting unmanned aviation programs, this is the perfect opportunity to apply your expertise and contribute to impactful projects. Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to provide comprehensive systems engineering support for the MQ-9 Program Office.

This position supports tasking at the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Executive Office, Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons (PEO U&W)), located in Patuxent River, MD. The selected candidate will support the Air Vehicle team by performing analyses and executing projects involving engineering, testing, training, production, and sustainment issues. Tasks will include requirements analysis and traceability, problem/deficiency reporting, Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) tracking, researching technical solutions, conducting analyses of alternatives, and recommending courses of action. You will also interface with a variety of technical and program personnel to ensure the successful execution of program objectives.

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and apply systems engineering products and analyses to support requirement development, acquisition, deployment, and sustainment of unmanned aviation systems and associated autonomous functions/systems

  • Support airworthiness certification of the air vehicle and installed systems

  • Support airspace integration of new systems as they are deployed

  • Lead and manage multifunctional teams, ensuring the successful integration of complex systems

  • Plan, conduct, and technically direct projects or major phases of significant projects, coordinating the efforts of engineers and technical support staff

  • Develop, coordinate, track, and manage the execution of Air Vehicle and Ground Control Station (GCS) Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs)

  • Conduct technology trade studies to research, analyze, and evaluate various options, documenting results to determine the best value solution for specific problems

  • Perform engineering investigations of considerable complexity to resolve technical issues

  • Review literature, patents, and current practices to inform solutions for assigned projects

  • Oversee the completion and implementation of system enhancements, recommending technical corrections and improvements to management
     

Basic Qualifications:
 

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering.

Years of Experience:

  • Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively complex systems design, acquisition, and test experience, including complex (hardware/software) aviation/aerospace systems integration.

Clearance:

  • An active secret clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret, or ability to obtain and maintain the required clearance. Contract requires US citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering preferred.

  • Certification in Systems Engineering preferred

  • Experience with FAA or military airworthiness certification preferred

  • Experience with NAVAIR Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) Process preferred

  • Familiarity with DoD aviation development, production, sustainment, and/or testing

  • Knowledge of U.S. Government, DoD, and/or USN correspondence development practices, along with the ability to write formal engineering reports and construct briefing materials using MS Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

  • Demonstrated experience at Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)

  • Previous experience with military avionics systems

  • Previous experience with unmanned aviation systems, particularly the MQ-9A

  • Experience with military aviation systems, either manned or unmanned
     

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 hours/week

Compensation:

$155,500 - $233,200

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

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.​

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.

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