KBR

SystemsEngineer(SETA)

$135–175k ~AI est. Chantilly, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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

The Brief

“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.

Problems you'll solve

Risk assessment; Risk mitigation

Eligibility Requirements

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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