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Tactical SATCOM Systems Integration Engineer

Location El Segundo, California Category Engineering, Technology, & Science Job Type Full time Job Id R2109002 Posted Date 07/15/2025
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Tactical SATCOM Systems Integration Engineer

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.

KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the MSEIT contract. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for KBR employment. However, you also have the option to be hired by one of our subcontractor teammates.

KBR is seeking a Tactical SATCOM Systems Integration Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Protected Tactical SATCOM -Global. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. The Systems Engineer will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF. The Systems Engineer will lead and support several working groups responsible for leading technical discussion, resolve and identify risk, requirement gaps, developing briefings, writing, and tracking action items, and authoring meeting minutes.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space System Center (SSC). We support the Space Force’s acquisition of Tactical Satellite Communications systems, providing global protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop requirements verification documents and test plans, test objectives, test methodology, and evaluation criteria 
  • Provide support to develop/update the System Engineering documentation including Systems Integration and Test Plan (SITP), the Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), and the Systems Verification Plan (SVP)
  • Develops operational concepts, requirements, and architectural designs; evolves system architectures, conducts and analyzes requirements flow down, proposes verification methodologies and mitigation approaches
  • Support implementation of common Test and Evaluation database for the program; integrate Digital Engineering and Environment processes
  • Support audits, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Deficiency Review Boards (DRBs), Materiel Improvement Process Review Boards (MIPRBs), and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs)
  • Review and assess Integration-related deliverables; work closely with multiple Integrated Product Teams to refine test and integration implementation of strategies
  • Develop and present packages to communicate recommendations, assessment, and strategies to customers at different levels; conduct IPT meetings/reviews and collaborate with integration and test teams
  • Develop and document risks and mitigation plans for systems engineering, and integration; use Digital Engineering and Environment tools (i.e. Jira, Confluence, etc.) for different efforts
  • Provides Systems Engineering expertise across the entire lifecycle from concept development to operations (for Space, associated Ground systems and, or the Ground Systems/Command & Control services that operate those capabilities)
  • Provides technical oversight of development efforts

Work Environment:

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

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
  • BS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science. An equivalent technical degree (such as MS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science)
  • 10+ years demonstrated experience in systems engineering 
  • 10+ years with system specification, verification, or analysis
  • Experience with space systems and/or military satellite communication systems
  • Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Desired:

  • MS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science
  • Experience with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, and Protected Tactical Systems, or COMSATCOM
  • Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients
  • Experience with space and ground systems, such as satellite communication, ground terminals and DoD networks
  • Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP)
  • Certifications in MBSE (OCSMP)
  • Certifications in Agile Development
  • Knowledge and experience in Jira and Confluence

Additional Requirements:

  • Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility

Basic Compensation: $160,000-$185,000 in California

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

Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team 

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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