Senior Joint Space Warfighting Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) Engineer

Title:

Senior Joint Space Warfighting Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) Engineer

KBR is seeking a Senior Joint Space Warfighting Modeling, Simulation and Analysis (MS&A) Engineer in Colorado Springs. 

The qualified applicant will support the Space Warfighting Analysis Center’s (SWAC) Force Design Integration Office (FDIO) in Colorado Springs, CO, with an expectation of limited travel based on emerging priorities.  The applicant will conduct technical analysis to assess, document, communicate air, land, and sea warfighter dependencies on space architectures and operations through advanced modeling and simulation.  Candidate will collaborate with SWAC Program subject matter experts, conduct independent analysis and modeling, to ensure effective representation of dependencies in modeling software and simulation engines.

Additionally, the candidate will collaborate on analysis conducted across the US Space Force and supporting partners. The applicant must have a technical depth and breadth of space capabilities and systems engineering with an understanding of complex analysis and industry capabilities and best practices.  The applicant(s) must also have extensive MS&A experience. The candidate will actively coordinate with SWAC model and simulation experts across the USG and have or develop robust familiarity with SWAC and USSF M&S tools. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Examine future warfighting concepts and mission areas to assess and document (Adversary and/or Joint) interdependencies for the purpose of enabling model-based system engineering.
• Develop dependency models compatible with digital engineering software and consistent with community best practices.
• Enhance SWAC Program and Integration Layer analysis. 
• Interface with SWAC Program technical experts and DoD analytic partners.
• Articulate technical space system design recommendations and trade space decisions based on warfighting impact.
• Support high-visibility space-based capability studies.
• Understand complex technical issues and produce recommendations for a wide audience.
• Apply critical thinking in complex and dynamic organizational environments.
• Have strong communication skills (technical writing, developing presentations, briefing, etc).

Qualifications:

Required:

• An active Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility is required to be considered for this job, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
• STEM Bachelor’s Degree (STEM Master’s Degree desired).
• Strong technical background.
• 10+ years space operations or space acquisition experience.
• Experience with space design and/or architecture development including satellite ground systems.
• Experience with and knowledge of DoD, IC, and commercial satellite systems.

Desired:

• 4+ years Joint operational planning, integration, or requirements development experience (desired).
• 5+ years of commercial/civil space experience (desired).
• Experience working in SCI/SAP environment (highly desired).
• CI Poly.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40hrs

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Basic Compensation:

$180,000 - $220,000

This range is for Colorado only.

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 at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

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. 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.

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.

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.