Launch Support SME

Title:

KBR is looking for a Launch Support SME to join our Hemisphere team. Candidates will possess technical expertise in end-to-end spacecraft design and entire launch process from planning to execution to include but not limited to preparations for launch, launch processing, and launch operations. Candidate will be an integral participant in spacecraft to launch vehicle requirements, interface development, system integration, and validation and verification through extensive testing. Additional key areas of focus include spacecraft integration to new launch vehicle interfaces, reviewing and assessing launch planning; reviewing operations and safety documentation; verifying interface requirements; monitoring of factory and launch site operations; assisting in preparation and training of customer’s launch team; and participating in operations, training, and pre-launch activities. Successful candidates shall have a deep understanding of external factors such as contamination control, spacecraft preparations for transport to the launch facility, and launch base processing and operations to include flight operations of space vehicles and the launch exercises necessary for launch team preparation.

Job Duties include:

• Reviews and coordinates changes to specifications, ICDs, and system level requirements documentation for spacecraft and launch vehicle interfaces and integration
• Tracks development issues and serves as an active participant SME in unit, subsystem, system level design reviews
• Supports launch and spacecraft on-orbit tests as required
• Identifies and assesses emerging risks and develops & evaluates proposed burn-down plans
• Reviews developer’s readiness to proceed into spacecraft test at various levels of assembly
• Collaboration with government leadership team on integration roadblocks and risk mitigation plans for successful mission execution within launch schedules

Required Qualifications

• Over 15 years of space launch experience (launch vehicle design, build, and test)
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• Experience with classified spacecraft assembly, spacecraft transportation, and launch base processing integration and test
• Strong attention to detail with extensive understanding of end-to-end launch preparations, execution, test, and all required integration of interfaces
• Experience and familiarity in DoD and IC acquisition and program management processes
• Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplined engineering teams at all levels of the customer organization to deliver results; strong networking, interpersonal, customer service skills, team building and problem-solving skills with an ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment

Desired Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with over 12 years of experience in space launch experience (launch vehicle design, build, and test)

This salary target range is if for the stat on El Segundo area only

$200,000……………$225,000

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.

Benefits:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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 support career advancement through professional training and development. 

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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.