KBR

PayloadSME

$145–205k ~AI est. Chantilly, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Payload SME at KBR. Skills: SIGINT payloads, System engineering, Satellite systems. Advise on technical design. Support payload interpretation and analysis”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Technical analysis; Performance improvement; Optimization

Eligibility Requirements

On-site, Travel up to 20%, Current TS/SCI Poly clearance

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Current TS/SCI Poly clearance, Bachelor's Degree in Technical Field, 10 years DoD/IC or industry experience, Experience developing SIGINT payloads, Experience integrating satellite bus and payloads, 5 years Government acquisition experience, Experience with IC policies and procedures, Ability to work in high-paced environment, Ability to communicate clearly, Demonstrated attention to detail, Excellent communication and coordination skills

Nice to Have

Master's Degree in Technical Field, Small Satellite Development experience

What You'll Do.

Advise on technical design

Support payload interpretation and analysis

Assist in development of system architectures

Conduct technical analysis of system solutions

Evaluate feasibility of new antenna technologies

Review changes to specifications and ICDs

Identify program risks

Develop mitigation strategies

Review antenna manufacturing specifications

Perform antenna modeling

Participate in design reviews

Interface with contractors and Government

Provide risk assessments

Evaluate program deliverables

Provide strategic technical guidance

Conduct detailed analysis for improvement

Support proposal reviews

Assist in development of acquisition strategies

Perform programmatic analysis

Support contract performance management

Develop program briefings

Deliver advocacy materials

Maintain working relationships

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Prime contractors; Subcontractors; Government organizations; IC and DoD stakeholders

Communication Scope

Technical content communication; Program briefings; Advocacy materials

Process & Methodology

Program management

Full Job Description

**Title:** Payload SME _**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 is seeking a highly motivated System Engineer to provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) support to a leading-edge SIGINT satellite systems program. The selected candidate will bring deep SIGINT payload expertise and apply systems engineering principles to highly classified programs while effectively communicating complex technical content to government leadership. **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. **Work Environment:** * **Location:** On-site * **Travel Requirements:** May require travel up to 20% of time within the continental United States * **Working Hours:** Standard **Key Responsibilities:** * Advise Government program management on technical design, production trade space, and mission solutions related to SIGINT payloads * Support design, interpretation, and analysis of payload performance for complex SIGINT systems * Assist in the development of system architectures, requirements, and design trades, including cost, schedule, and technical impacts * Conduct technical analysis of system solutions, limitations, and performance capabilities * Evaluate feasibility of new antenna technologies and enhancemen

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