Senior Human Spaceflight Strategic Scientist

7 days ago


Houston, Texas, United States KBR Full time

Title:

Senior Human Spaceflight Strategic Scientist

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR

Around here, we define the future.

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

KBR seeks a forward-thinking, dynamic individual to join our team as a Senior Human Spaceflight Strategic Scientist. As part of the team, the candidate will work, among other tasks, with the Human Exploration Division Commercial Lead and Human Health and Performance Contract Collaboration Director to drive the evolution of KBR commercial initiatives, pioneer strategies for human research programs, and participate in the formulation and crafting of business development proposals.

Responsibilities include:

  • Strategic Leadership in Spaceflight – leverage expertise in human spaceflight research to identify emerging opportunities, assess technology feasibility, and conceptualize solutions that propel KBR and/or NASA spaceflight endeavors forward
  • Business Development Strategy and Implementation – drive the creation and execution of comprehensive human spaceflight solutions, contribute to the development of pursuit strategies, and target value generation opportunities across commercial and government customers
  • Engagement with Stakeholders – cultivate and nurture relationships with key stakeholders including government agencies and industry leaders by being a prominent ambassador for KBR advocating for commercial spaceflight
  • Thought Leadership and Innovation – stay at the forefront of technological advancements and industry trends and translate your insights into actionable strategies that position KBR as a leader in the commercial spaceflight landscape. Represent KBR for Human System Integration (HSI) initiatives.
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation – contribute to the evaluation and management of human system risks associated with spaceflight activities and promote the advancement of human spaceflight standards and best practices

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in engineering, human physiology or related field required.
  • Doctoral degree in engineering, human physiology or related field desired.
  • 15 years of related experience
  • Research experience in human spaceflight with a track record of scholarly contributions
  • Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of guiding multidisciplinary teams and driving cross-discipline collaboration
  • Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities with experience developing and executing business development strategies
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences
  • Knowledge of requirements and best practices pertaining to spaceflight activities, human research, and Human Systems Integration (HSI) in a spaceflight environment
  • Demonstrated passion for space exploration and a commitment to advancing NASA's mission for commercializing Low Earth Orbit
  • Capable of representing KBR values in large public forums with industry equivalents

KBR Benefits​

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.​

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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR​

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver – Together. ​

Click here to learn more: Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.



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