KBR, Inc.

Software Acquisitions Engineer

KBR, Inc.
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2 months ago
Chantilly, VA, USASenior / Staff+

Base Salary

$150k - $187k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Study and analyze problems in the Space domain within a collaborative team.
  • Identify Agile solutions and program epics with acceptance criteria and ensure prime developers and subcontractors align with government requirements.
  • Optimize pre-increment planning and iterative integration demonstrations using Agile software development practices.
  • Assess developer performance through contract deliverables and oversee testing against program objectives.
  • Analyze software enhancement recommendations across cloud, on-premises, and HPC environments.
  • Write Statements of Work for upcoming systems acquisitions.
  • Advise the COTR on developer performance through cost, schedule, and performance analysis.
  • Identify risks and develop courses of action for complex technical problems.
  • Review contractor submissions for technical accuracy and provide critical analysis to government personnel.
  • Organize and execute tools demonstrations for the user community one to two times per year.

Requirements

  • Active/current TS/SCI clearance with a Polygraph.
  • Bachelor of Science STEM degree with at least nine years of relevant experience, or a master's degree with at least seven years of relevant experience.
  • Ability to communicate, coordinate, and engage customers independently.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, small-team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
  • Clear and accurate verbal and written communication skills.
  • Familiarity with functional mission areas and key intelligence issues.
  • Preferred: experience with physics-based modeling and simulation techniques and tools.
  • Preferred: experience with AI/ML applications.
  • Preferred: knowledge of the intelligence production cycle, its limitations, and when to apply engineering judgment.

Benefits

  • On-site position with minimal travel and standard working hours.
  • KBR benefits may include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability coverage, paid time off, and a flexible work schedule.
  • Professional training and development opportunities supporting career advancement.
KBR, Inc.

About KBR, Inc.

10,000+ employees

KBR, Inc. delivers engineering, technology, and professional services to government and industrial customers, spanning defense, space, sustainability, and energy. Its businesses include long-term government mission support and program management, and Sustainable Technology Solutions that license process technologies and provide consulting and operations support across asset lifecycles. Headquartered in Houston and listed on the NYSE, KBR became an independent public company in 2006 after its separation from Halliburton.

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