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USSPACECOM J8 Model-Based System Engineering SME

Location Colorado Springs, Colorado Category Logistics & Government Services Job Type Full time Job Id R2107457 Posted Date 06/03/2025
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Title:

USSPACECOM J8 Model-Based System Engineering SME

KBR is seeking highly skilled and motivated candidates to join the Warfighter Analysis and Assessments team that provides U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM) Modeling, Simulation, and Analytical support. An active TS/SCI clearance is MANDATORY, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Integrate Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and techniques that enable analysts to connect space with other warfighting domains.
  • Ensure integration of MBSE provides the groundwork to transition M&S tools easily to an MBSE environment for future development and networking to other data sources.
  • Develop environment to provide a development platform for simulation using MBSE models, tools, and data (Red Threat data sets, Blue Force laydowns (both terrestrial and on-orbit), White Commercial constellations, Unified Data Library (UDL), etc).
  • Provide knowledge to support data storage, configuration control processes, and multi-level security development within the environment.
  • Work with USSPACECOM to create a library of “Space-based” modeling products that support the USSPACECOM MS&A lab facilities and Components.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • An active TS/SCI is required to be considered for this position, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in modeling and simulation, operations research, or a related field (Master’s Degree highly preferred)
  • Understanding of military space operations (Space Domain Awareness (SDA); Command & Control (C2); Satellite Communications (SATCOM); Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT); Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR); Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Missile Warning (MW); Offensive Space Control (OSC) and Defensive Space Control (DSC); and Missile Defense (MD); etc.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and expertise on advanced capability concepts, future trade space characterization, future force design MS&A, and evaluation of near-peer competitors via models and simulation.
  • Ability to apply concepts of Cloud-based hosting and Amazon Web Services for government support.
  • Ability to apply concepts of Block definition diagrams of space systems as well as behavior models in the form of Finite State Machines to support space M&S effects for on-orbit and terrestrial warfighting.
  • Knowledge of modeling and analysis using mathematical/quantitative methods.
  • Expertise using the Microsoft Office Suite of tools (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to coordinate with others to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially when communicating technical information to audiences with varying backgrounds.
  • Ability to brief and interact with senior-level officers (i.e., GO/FLAG) and senior civilians.
  • Understanding of military operations, or prior military experience in a position that required modeling and analysis on a Joint Staff or Service staff.
  • Proficiency in any of the following programming languages or statistical packages: R, Python, MATLAB, SAS, JAVA, JMP, Excel VBA, STORM, SEAS, Power BI, Tableau, Qlic, SPSS, PSPP, SymPy.

Desired:

  • Previous M&S and staff experience on a CCMD, MAJCOM, HHQ, Joint Staff, OSD etc. is staff highly desired.

Work Environment:

  • Location: On-site
  • Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
  • Working Hours: Standard

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40hrs

Basic Compensation:

$135,000 - $160,000

This range is for Colorado 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 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. 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.

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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