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Satellite Bus Systems SME
KBR • Chantilly, VA 20151 • Posted 8 days ago
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KBR is seeking a Satellite Bus Systems SME to provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) support in a leading-edge SIGINT satellite systems program. The role involves overseeing the development of various satellite buses to satisfy mission requirements, supporting the space vehicle hardware and software requirements, and developing technical assessments to inform Government leadership. The candidate will also advocate for the program across the user community.
Responsibilities
- Oversee design, development, manufacture, integration and test, and delivery of satellite bus systems into operations
- Review and assess progress of thermal, structural, attitude and controls, telemetry, propulsion, power and harness bus subsystems
- Support data reviews, provide assessments of developer's progress towards meeting program cost, schedule, and performance goals
- Develop risk assessments towards anomalies or failures
- Participate in design reviews, manufacturing and test readiness reviews and deliver assessments for senior Government consideration
- Understand Concept of Operations to support as-designed/as-built assessments
- Participate in Failure Review Boards as applicable and delivery technical assessment
- Provide timely assessments of program progress towards intended milestones
Qualifications
Required
- Technical Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum of 10 years related work experience with emphasis on LEO Systems
- Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision
- Good written and oral presentation skills
- Comfortable providing assessments to junior, mid-level and senior Government decision makers
Preferred
- Master's Degree in a Technical Field
- Small Satellite Development experience
About KBR
KBR is a well-established American engineering, procurement, and construction company that provides a wide range of services including engineering, construction, project management, and procurement to industries such as energy, infrastructure, government services, and chemicals. KBR operates globally with a strong presence in markets like the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom, delivering projects on time and within budget while focusing on innovation and sustainability.
Full Job Description
Title:
Satellite Bus Systems SME
We are seeking bright, innovative and talented people to join our team of highly skilled professionals. This position is to provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) support in a leading-edge SIGINT satellite systems program as a bus SME. The candidate must have previous experience with various classes to include small satellite bus development and integration and possess and apply systems engineering principles, theories, and concepts to support trades. The candidate will be the main satellite bus SME aiding the Government in overseeing the development of various buses in varying classes to satisfy mission requirements. The candidate will support the space vehicle hardware and software requirements development, design, manufacture, integration and test, and delivery to operations. The candidate will also support development of technical assessments to inform Government leadership and advocate for the program across the user community.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
+ Oversee design, development, manufacture, integration and test, and delivery of satellite bus systems into operations
+ Review and assess progress of thermal, structural, attitude and controls, telemetry, propulsion, power and harness bus subsystems
+ Support data reviews, provide assessments of developer's progress towards meeting program cost, schedule, and performance goals
+ Develop risk assessments towards anomalies or failures
+ Participate in design reviews, manufacturing and test readiness reviews and deliver assessments for senior Government consideration
+ Understand Concept of Operations to support as-designed/as-built assessments
+ Participate in Failure Review Boards as applicable and delivery technical assessment
+ Provide timely assessments of program progress towards intended milestones
Qualification and Skills
+ Technical Bachelor's Degree
+ Minimum of 10 years related work experience with emphasis on LEO Systems
+ Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision
+ Good written and oral presentation skills
+ Comfortable providing assessments to junior, mid-level and senior Government decision makers
Desired Qualifications and Skills
+ Master's Degree in a Technical Field
+ Small Satellite Development experience
Required Clearance
TS/SCI with a polygraph
Location/Travel Requirements
May require travel up to 20% of time within the continental United States
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR
A t KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.
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.
Satellite Bus Systems SME
We are seeking bright, innovative and talented people to join our team of highly skilled professionals. This position is to provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) support in a leading-edge SIGINT satellite systems program as a bus SME. The candidate must have previous experience with various classes to include small satellite bus development and integration and possess and apply systems engineering principles, theories, and concepts to support trades. The candidate will be the main satellite bus SME aiding the Government in overseeing the development of various buses in varying classes to satisfy mission requirements. The candidate will support the space vehicle hardware and software requirements development, design, manufacture, integration and test, and delivery to operations. The candidate will also support development of technical assessments to inform Government leadership and advocate for the program across the user community.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
+ Oversee design, development, manufacture, integration and test, and delivery of satellite bus systems into operations
+ Review and assess progress of thermal, structural, attitude and controls, telemetry, propulsion, power and harness bus subsystems
+ Support data reviews, provide assessments of developer's progress towards meeting program cost, schedule, and performance goals
+ Develop risk assessments towards anomalies or failures
+ Participate in design reviews, manufacturing and test readiness reviews and deliver assessments for senior Government consideration
+ Understand Concept of Operations to support as-designed/as-built assessments
+ Participate in Failure Review Boards as applicable and delivery technical assessment
+ Provide timely assessments of program progress towards intended milestones
Qualification and Skills
+ Technical Bachelor's Degree
+ Minimum of 10 years related work experience with emphasis on LEO Systems
+ Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision
+ Good written and oral presentation skills
+ Comfortable providing assessments to junior, mid-level and senior Government decision makers
Desired Qualifications and Skills
+ Master's Degree in a Technical Field
+ Small Satellite Development experience
Required Clearance
TS/SCI with a polygraph
Location/Travel Requirements
May require travel up to 20% of time within the continental United States
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR
A t KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.
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.
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