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Satellite Systems Engineer

KBR is hiring skilled and motivated candidates to join our space and satellite operations team at Kirtland AFB supporting Concept Exploration, Mission Readiness activities and Satellite Operations for unique, one-of-a-kind satellite systems at Kirtland AFB, NM in support of the Space Systems Command Innovation and Prototyping Delta.

An active TS / SCI clearance is required.

Key Responsibilities :

• Be responsible for leading and / or participating in space mission pre-launch, launch, and on-orbit operations activities, to include mission exercises and rehearsals, in the capacity of mission lead, evaluation engineer, or senior operator as assigned.
• Obtain certification as a space mission operations engineer on multiple experimental satellite missions.
• Support system readiness, planning, preparation, execution and ops crew evaluation for satellite launch and early orbit operations, on-orbit operations, and end-of-life retirement / disposal.
• Provide recommendations and advice to program leadership regarding satellite faults, ground system failures, or operator errors.
• Lead engineering reviews and participate in engineering boards and configuration boards, both internally and with the government customer.
• Create engineering test plans and products, as well as assist in development and review of operational procedures developed by program mission lead personnel.
• Directly interface with program management, cross-functional program stakeholders, suppliers, customers, team members and government representatives and manage effective communications among them, to include providing engineering project or mission status as required.
• Develop long-term strategic roadmap for operational engineering and test objectives.
• Promote corporate culture and foster an environment of collaboration, innovation, and professional development within the team.
• Identify and develop opportunities for technical or process improvement.
• Develop relationships with the customer and team members.
• Travel on occasion as required (minimal).
• Position may occasionally require shift work or support during off-shift hours.

Qualifications : Required :

Work Environment :

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40hrs

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?

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.