Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) SME at Kbr, Inc. in Colorado Springs, CO | USD129,800-162,200 | Kablio

Role

Description

system assessment

operations support

documentation development

integration coordination

troubleshooting

technical liaison

Conducts independent technical assessment of systems design.
Leads or participates in spacecraft operations support, analysis, and reporting.
Analyzes and resolves difficult and complicated program support deficiencies.
Informs/Advises system operators on enterprise-scale SATCOM.
Develops technical documentation and procedures for installation, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with technical specifications, program requirements, and quality standards.
Participates in technical meetings, working groups, analysis, and reporting tasks as required.
Performs as the primary contract technical liaison with contractor technical experts, representatives of other contractors, and U.S. Government personnel.
Supports informal training related to the WGS satellite and the GSCCE.
Provides technical information and analysis concerning WGS and GSSCE operations.
Supports major GSCCE system updates and configuration rollouts.
Coordinates and consolidates integration and test efforts.
Leads troubleshooting efforts and resolves problems.

Requirements

ts/sci

wgs

gscce

satcom

system design

bs degree

US Citizen
May require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, expect approximately 10%.
Active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI is required.
Exhibits exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in SATCOM operations and maintenance.
Normal hours of operation (0730–1630 hours).
Applies advanced knowledge of WGS to achieve customer requirements associated with operations and sustainment of the WSOMS network and the GSCCE.
Five years of system design experience, including hardware/software integration.
Responsible WGS and GSCCE expert.
Advanced understanding and ability to troubleshoot WGS satellite and the GSCCE.
Able to troubleshoot and resolve problems independently and in high pressure situations.
BA/BS degree and 8+ years of experience, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
Demonstrates exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in SATCOM operations and maintenance.
Ten years of directly related experience in SATCOM is required.

Benefits

Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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

system assessment

operations support

documentation development

integration coordination

troubleshooting

technical liaison

Conducts independent technical assessment of systems design.
Leads or participates in spacecraft operations support, analysis, and reporting.
Analyzes and resolves difficult and complicated program support deficiencies.
Informs/Advises system operators on enterprise-scale SATCOM.
Develops technical documentation and procedures for installation, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with technical specifications, program requirements, and quality standards.
Participates in technical meetings, working groups, analysis, and reporting tasks as required.
Performs as the primary contract technical liaison with contractor technical experts, representatives of other contractors, and U.S. Government personnel.
Supports informal training related to the WGS satellite and the GSCCE.
Provides technical information and analysis concerning WGS and GSSCE operations.
Supports major GSCCE system updates and configuration rollouts.
Coordinates and consolidates integration and test efforts.
Leads troubleshooting efforts and resolves problems.

Requirements

ts/sci

wgs

gscce

satcom

system design

bs degree

US Citizen
May require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, expect approximately 10%.
Active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI is required.
Exhibits exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in SATCOM operations and maintenance.
Normal hours of operation (0730–1630 hours).
Applies advanced knowledge of WGS to achieve customer requirements associated with operations and sustainment of the WSOMS network and the GSCCE.
Five years of system design experience, including hardware/software integration.
Responsible WGS and GSCCE expert.
Advanced understanding and ability to troubleshoot WGS satellite and the GSCCE.
Able to troubleshoot and resolve problems independently and in high pressure situations.
BA/BS degree and 8+ years of experience, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
Demonstrates exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in SATCOM operations and maintenance.
Ten years of directly related experience in SATCOM is required.

Benefits

Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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