Futures Strategic Space Lead

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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 (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the MSEIT contract. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for KBR employment. However, you also have the option to be hired by one of our subcontractor teammates.

KBR is seeking a Futures Strategic Space Lead to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

You will join the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering team to help define the next generation of space communication systems supporting US Space Force (USSF) Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force's Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Force's acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage strategic space future development for Space Systems Command (SSC) Military SATCOM portfolio  
• Develop and maintain next generation technology and communications systems development and design baseline
• Manage technical baseline through procurement and Authority to Proceed (ATP)
• Integrate industry solutions into Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) system baseline  
• Design and sponsor demonstrators and prototypes to validate design assumptions
• Develop standards, frameworks, and models to describe and procure next generation NC3 systems  
• Work with industry, stakeholders, users, and operators to define requirements and capabilities  
• Direct a small team of engineers to assess, develop, validate and document technical baseline

Work Environment:

Location: On-site

Travel Requirements: Minimal

Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active Secret clearance required for this position
• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in communications, computer science, networking, radar, Large Scale Integration (LSI), or equivalent technical degree
• 15 years' experience  
• 10 years' experience with technical requirements development, systems engineering, systems integration, technology development  
• 5 years' experience working with future technology efforts, such as Analysis of Alternatives, trades, prototypes, demonstrators, standards development, frameworks, and models
• Ability to articulate market ideas and concepts with stakeholders in support of next generation technology  
• Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with diverse technical teams  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (word, excel, PowerPoint)

Desired:

• Masters of Science (MS) degree in technical area, such as engineering, math, physics, or computer science  
• Certifications, such as PMP, INCOSE CSEP, ESEP
• Chief Engineer experience
• Experience with space systems and/or military or commercial satellite systems
• Experience overseeing development contracts to develop, design, assess simulation and prototype hardware and software
• Experience leading, managing, or supervising small teams  
• Familiarity with NC3 organization and next generation concepts

Basic Compensation:  $180,000-$220,000 in California

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you're excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

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.  

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people 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 People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

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.