KBR
PayloadSME
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“Payload SME at KBR. Skills: SIGINT payloads, System engineering, Satellite systems. Advise on technical design. Support payload interpretation and analysis”
Industry & Context.
Technical analysis; Performance improvement; Optimization
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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