Kbr, Inc.
Provides engineering, procurement, construction and technology solutions to government and industry worldwide.
Spacecraft Subsystem SME
Lead spacecraft subsystem design, integration, and testing for MILSATCOM programs.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Provide technical leadership and assessment for mechanical, electrical, or test aspects of the space vehicle. • Lead trade teams for unit and subsystem design, integration, and testing into the spacecraft bus and payload. • Ensure technical design integrity and interface compatibility across the space vehicle, ground, and terminal segments. • Support component and unit test programs, including space qualification testing for survivability. • Develop and maintain test documentation such as test plans and reports. • Build and maintain collaborative relationships with government customers, contractors, and FFRDC teammates.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸technical leadership
- ▸trade lead
- ▸design integrity
- ▸test programs
- ▸test documentation
- ▸customer liaison
What You Bring
Required qualifications include an active Secret clearance, a BS in engineering, mathematics, physics, software or computer science (or a MS plus 12 years of experience), and at least 15 years of experience with spacecraft buses or subsystems. Proven coordination skills, strong written and oral communication, and the ability to perform under high‑visibility, stressful situations are essential. DOD or intelligence‑community space experience is preferred. • Maintain an active Secret clearance and possess a BS (or MS) in a technical field with 12‑15 years of relevant experience. • Demonstrate proven coordination, communication, and interpersonal skills in high‑stress environments. • Be able to work on‑site at LAAFB full‑time with up to 10% travel within Southern California and CONUS.
Requirements
- ▸secret clearance
- ▸bs/ms
- ▸15 years
- ▸spacecraft
- ▸coordination
- ▸communication
Benefits
The position is 100% on‑site at Los Angeles Air Force Base with infrequent travel (approximately 10% within Southern California and CONUS). Standard working hours are typical office hours, and remote work is not available. Compensation ranges from $150,000 to $229,000 in California, based on knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience, with internal parity considerations. KBR provides a competitive benefits package that may include 401(k) matching, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, paid time off, and flexible work schedules. The company supports career advancement through professional training and development and emphasizes a Zero Harm, People‑First culture. • Receive a salary between $150k‑$229k plus benefits including 401(k) match, health coverage, life insurance, flexible spending, disability, PTO, and professional development.
Work Environment
Onsite