Systems Engineer

KBR
El Segundo, CA
Title:
Systems Engineer

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.
Job Title: Technical Advisor, Systems Engineering

Job Summary:

KBR is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Team in El Segundo, CA. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities:
  • Performs a variety of engineering work in the development of an operable system of systems capable of meeting requirements within imposed constraints including mass, cost and schedule.
  • Designs and/or researches system interfaces to ensure that subsystems are integrated and work together to form a viable complete end-to-end system.
  • Performs functional analysis of a kill chain to ensure it meets performance criteria and mission constraints and to feed the analysis results back to the subsystem development teams.
  • Formulates, recommends, and directs operations and procedures to resolve engineering and/or technical problems regarding operations, staffing, and equipment utilization on a specific project or projects.
  • Develops acquisition roadmaps to ensure system development timelines meet operational requirements within need dates.
  • Provides technical assistance and instruction relative to design problems and the resolution of construction or operating difficulties.
  • Conducts special studies and investigations related to project activities and recommends changes as appropriate to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and meet changed or new requirements.
  • Analyzes project requirements and provides information and instruction for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, designing, and modifying equipment as appropriate.
  • Anticipates internal and external business challenges and/or regulatory/compliance issues. Recommends process, product, or service improvements. Solves unique and complex problems that have a broad impact.
  • Requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions.
  • Mentors and advises project teams on projects with notable risk and complexity.
  • Develops the strategy for project execution.
Qualifications:
  • Active TS/SCI clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 10 years of related experience
Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience with Space Combat Power programs
  • Master's degree in related field
Work Environment:
  • Location: Onsite
  • Work Hours: Standard
Compensation:
  • For California only, the salary range for this position is approximately $170,000 - $205,000. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Other Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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.

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.

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.
Posted 2026-08-15

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