Kbr, Inc.
Provides engineering, procurement, construction and technology solutions to government and industry worldwide.
21 hours ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Beavercreek, Ohio, United States
Onsite
Company Size
38,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
prototype integration
experiment coordination
client engagement
design optimization
requirements analysis
system development
KBR is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the horizontal integration of multiple USAF open‑architecture programs and autonomy projects. The engineer will drive development, simulation, maturation, and coordination of open‑architecture capabilities to ensure system alignment and enhance mission effectiveness.
- Prototype and assess feasibility of horizontal integration across open reference architectures and multiple projects.
- Coordinate experiments, ensure complementary lines of effort, and deliver leadership‑level briefings on experiment results.
- Break down broad cross‑cutting activities into prototype‑based work to reduce risk and uncover opportunities.
- Engage with Government clients to gather integration requirements and needs.
- Analyze business and management challenges, recommend design modifications, or develop new designs to maximize data efficiency.
- Conduct hardware, software, man‑machine interface, and system‑level requirement analyses to deliver integrated IT solutions.
Requirements
bachelors
systems eng
software arch
data modeling
tdd
top secret
Joining KBR means working on innovative projects at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity. The collaborative environment encourages teamwork and intellectual stimulation, while your contributions will shape the future of space defense.
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in systems, computer, aerospace engineering, or a related STEM field and have 1‑3 years of systems engineering experience. Required skills include software architecture, data modeling, test‑driven development, mission planning, and collaborative software development, along with an active Secret clearance and eligibility for Top Secret. Desired qualifications are an active Top Secret clearance, familiarity with modern development tools, and knowledge of DoD open architectures such as OMS.
- Bachelor’s degree in systems, computer, aerospace engineering or related STEM field.
- 1–3 years of systems engineering experience.
- Experience with software architecture, development, data modeling, test‑driven development, and mission planning.
- Collaborative software development experience in open‑source or professional team environments.
- Active Secret clearance with Top Secret eligibility; active Top Secret clearance is desired.
- Familiarity with modern development tools, languages, methodologies, and DoD open architectures such as OMS.
Benefits
The position is on‑site with minimal to moderate travel and follows standard working hours of 8 am‑4 pm core time. The work environment emphasizes safety, professionalism, and a people‑first culture.
KBR offers competitive lifestyle benefits, including 401(k) matching, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedules. The company supports career advancement through professional training and development within a diverse, inclusive, and zero‑harm culture.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- active secret dod clearance with top secret eligibility required.
Overview
Founded in 1901
Century-long legacy
The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.
S&P 400 Rank
Selective public index membership
Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.
Multi-billion USD
Annual revenue scale
Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.
- Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
- Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
- Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
- Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
- Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
- Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.
Culture + Values
- We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
- We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
- We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
- We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
- We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.
Environment + Sustainability
Carbon Neutrality in 2019
Achievement
The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.
Net-Zero by 2030
Target
The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.
AAA ESG Rating
Recognition
Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.
America’s Climate Leaders
Recognition
The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.
- Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
- Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
- Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).
Inclusion & Diversity
33% board female
Gender Diversity on Board
Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.
33% female leadership
Leadership Team Diversity
Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.
- Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.