Systems Architect - Digital Engineering at Kbr, Inc. in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

digital engineering

model development

architecture design

configuration management

mbse modeling

stakeholder engagement

Support the enhancement and deployment of Digital Engineering environment, including infrastructure, applications and services.
Create technical documentation and deliver reporting on the status and capability of the modelling activity.
Grow capability enablement maturity through collaboration with the team of the KBR Digital Engineering Project. This may involve input to design of environments, development of models, guidance or reports.
Enhance KBR Digital Engineering Knowledge Base for execution through delivery of model or environment artefacts, configuration scripts and enhancements to support reuse or adoption.
Undertake stakeholder engagement and collaboration with defence clients, project teams, and industry partners to define system architecture strategies and technical roadmaps.
Ensure architectural solutions comply with appropriate defence standards (e.g., ASDEFCON, MIL-STD-881, ISO/IEC 15288) and cybersecurity protocols.
Analyse interfaces and integrate supplier and customer models into overall system or enterprise frameworks.
Analyse and evaluate and if necessary, validate externally sourced models and integrated them into the System or Enterprise framework.
Gather and evaluate user feedback and recommend and execute improvements to models and support changes to environments.
Define End to End Architecture solutions aligned to technology standards and roadmaps and strategies in response to business requirements.
Manage the configuration and databases appropriate for the digital engineering toolchains, including Requirements Management, Windchill PLM, MBSE, simulation, and data analytics platforms.
Develop and integrate Mission Engineering Models and Simulations using Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) digital modelling and simulation tools in execution of the KBR Digital Engineering Strategy. These activities will be undertaken both during the capture and execution phases.

Requirements

bsc

masters

8+ years

cpeng

sysml

nv1 clearance

BSc/BA in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and commensurate certifications with relevant professional body.
Experience with Software and Hardware Integration such as data bus interfaces, real-time processing, and sensor fusion.
Experience of maturing new capabilities through People, Process and Tools dimensions.
A deep understanding of systems engineering lifecycle and digital engineering concepts.
Experience of leading innovation and managing in uncertainty.
A Masters degree in a relevant subject will be valued.
Excellent communication skills in presentation and demonstration of digital systems to non-technical stakeholders.
Proven experience in development of systems architecture within defence industry , aerospace, or other regulated environments.
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)
Experience in mentoring engineering teams in digital engineering systems thinking, model governance , configuration and deployment.
Good understanding of secure, resilient, and interoperable communication systems.
Experience is DevOps Agile and/or SAFe frameworks is beneficial, as well as familiarity with popular coding languages (eg. Python, Javascript).
Strong proficiency in MBSE methodologies and tools (SysML, UML).
Professional recognition as CPEng, ACS Member or registered Professional Engineer.
Demonstrable experience of creation and refinement of a range of digital models and simulation.
Good understanding of configuration management and baselines in context of managing engineering change.
Experience in capturing operational concepts as models and collaborating with stakeholders to obtain inputs and subsequently deliver a high value of information from those models.
Knowledge of System Software lifecycle process including phased and a scaled Agile approach.
Proficiency in working with DoDAF, MODAF, or NATO Architecture Framework (NAF).
Professional Engineer with 8y+ of experience in digital systems including significant experience of below-the-line digital design and integration.
Ability to work within a complex dynamic technology environment and be comfortable with iterative approaches and challenges of emergent capability.
Eligibility for Australian Government Security Clearance (NV1 or higher).

Benefits

Paid Reservist leave
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Paid Parental leave
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Corporate rewards
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Income protection
Flexible working conditions
Discounted employee stock purchase plans

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

eligibility for australian government security clearance (nv1 or higher)
requirement for agsva security clearance and compliance with itar

Company

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.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn

Role

Description

digital engineering

model development

architecture design

configuration management

mbse modeling

stakeholder engagement

Support the enhancement and deployment of Digital Engineering environment, including infrastructure, applications and services.
Create technical documentation and deliver reporting on the status and capability of the modelling activity.
Grow capability enablement maturity through collaboration with the team of the KBR Digital Engineering Project. This may involve input to design of environments, development of models, guidance or reports.
Enhance KBR Digital Engineering Knowledge Base for execution through delivery of model or environment artefacts, configuration scripts and enhancements to support reuse or adoption.
Undertake stakeholder engagement and collaboration with defence clients, project teams, and industry partners to define system architecture strategies and technical roadmaps.
Ensure architectural solutions comply with appropriate defence standards (e.g., ASDEFCON, MIL-STD-881, ISO/IEC 15288) and cybersecurity protocols.
Analyse interfaces and integrate supplier and customer models into overall system or enterprise frameworks.
Analyse and evaluate and if necessary, validate externally sourced models and integrated them into the System or Enterprise framework.
Gather and evaluate user feedback and recommend and execute improvements to models and support changes to environments.
Define End to End Architecture solutions aligned to technology standards and roadmaps and strategies in response to business requirements.
Manage the configuration and databases appropriate for the digital engineering toolchains, including Requirements Management, Windchill PLM, MBSE, simulation, and data analytics platforms.
Develop and integrate Mission Engineering Models and Simulations using Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) digital modelling and simulation tools in execution of the KBR Digital Engineering Strategy. These activities will be undertaken both during the capture and execution phases.

Requirements

bsc

masters

8+ years

cpeng

sysml

nv1 clearance

BSc/BA in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and commensurate certifications with relevant professional body.
Experience with Software and Hardware Integration such as data bus interfaces, real-time processing, and sensor fusion.
Experience of maturing new capabilities through People, Process and Tools dimensions.
A deep understanding of systems engineering lifecycle and digital engineering concepts.
Experience of leading innovation and managing in uncertainty.
A Masters degree in a relevant subject will be valued.
Excellent communication skills in presentation and demonstration of digital systems to non-technical stakeholders.
Proven experience in development of systems architecture within defence industry , aerospace, or other regulated environments.
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)
Experience in mentoring engineering teams in digital engineering systems thinking, model governance , configuration and deployment.
Good understanding of secure, resilient, and interoperable communication systems.
Experience is DevOps Agile and/or SAFe frameworks is beneficial, as well as familiarity with popular coding languages (eg. Python, Javascript).
Strong proficiency in MBSE methodologies and tools (SysML, UML).
Professional recognition as CPEng, ACS Member or registered Professional Engineer.
Demonstrable experience of creation and refinement of a range of digital models and simulation.
Good understanding of configuration management and baselines in context of managing engineering change.
Experience in capturing operational concepts as models and collaborating with stakeholders to obtain inputs and subsequently deliver a high value of information from those models.
Knowledge of System Software lifecycle process including phased and a scaled Agile approach.
Proficiency in working with DoDAF, MODAF, or NATO Architecture Framework (NAF).
Professional Engineer with 8y+ of experience in digital systems including significant experience of below-the-line digital design and integration.
Ability to work within a complex dynamic technology environment and be comfortable with iterative approaches and challenges of emergent capability.
Eligibility for Australian Government Security Clearance (NV1 or higher).

Benefits

Paid Reservist leave
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Paid Parental leave
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Corporate rewards
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Income protection
Flexible working conditions
Discounted employee stock purchase plans

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

eligibility for australian government security clearance (nv1 or higher)
requirement for agsva security clearance and compliance with itar

Company

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.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn