KBR
SystemsEngineer(SETA)
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“Systems Engineer (SETA) at KBR. Skills: Systems engineering, Mission assurance. Contribute to trade studies. Develop test and evaluation plans”
What You'll Achieve.
Influence mission success; Enhance mission effectiveness; Protect critical systems
Industry & Context.
Risk assessment; Risk mitigation
Onsite, Up to 20% travel, Active TS/SCI clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Active TS/SCI clearance, U. S. Citizenship required, Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering-related field, Systems engineering experience, Reliability engineering experience, Protection systems experience, Working knowledge of space and ground architectures, Ability to support senior stakeholders, High-quality technical analysis and documentation, Written communication skills, Verbal communication skills
Nice to Have
Experience with laser systems, Laser safety experience, Reliability and mission assurance experience, Background supporting protected systems, Background supporting mission-critical government programs, Experience operating in senior-level stakeholder environment, Experience operating in acquisition environment
What You'll Do.
Contribute to trade studies
Develop test and evaluation plans
Develop technical briefings
Deliver technical briefings
Develop acquisition documentation
Deliver acquisition documentation
Analyze system designs
Analyze system dependencies
Analyze program impacts
Communicate technical analysis
Propose program strategies
Propose risk mitigation approaches
Develop strategies for program risks
Develop strategies for acquisition deficiencies
Provide coordination support
Provide documentation support
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Senior government leadership; Diverse stakeholder community
Communication Scope
Technical briefings; Point papers; Acquisition documentation
Full Job Description
**Title:** Systems Engineer (SETA) As a part of KBR, you will work on some of the hardest problems in the Nation. You will collaborate with top experts in the industry and support some of the most critical national security missions. In this Systems Engineering role, you will provide onsite advisory and analytical engineering support to senior government leadership on a high‑visibility mission. As a Systems Engineer, you will combine technical systems engineering expertise with programmatic insight to help government stakeholders understand system designs, assess risk, and make informed acquisition and mission decisions. Working hand‑in‑hand with the customer, you will directly influence mission success. **Why Join Us?** **Innovative Projects:** KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, operations, science, program management, and mission‑critical national security solutions. **Collaborative Environment:** Be part of a dynamic, fast‑paced team that values collaboration, critical thinking, and excellence in execution. **Impactful Work:** Your contributions will directly support senior‑level decisions that enhance mission effectiveness and protect critical systems. **Work Environment** **Location:** On‑site – Chantilly, VA **Travel Requirements:** Up to 20% **Working Hours:** Standard, 40 hours/week **Key Responsibilities** * Help contributing to trade studies, develop test and evaluation plans * Develop and deliver technical briefings, point papers, spreadsheets, and acquisition documentation used by senior leadership * Analyze system designs, risks, dependencies, and program impacts to support informed decision‑making * Communicate complex technical analysis clearly and concisely to government stakeholders * Propose program strategies, resolutions, and risk mitigation approaches across a diverse stakeholder community * Develop strategies in response to identified program risks and acquisition deficiencies * Provide coordination and documentation support for sen
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