Combat Collaborative Aircraft (CCA) Simulation Integration and Test Expert

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Combat Collaborative Aircraft (CCA) Simulation Integration and Test Expert

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Combat Collaborative Aircraft (CCA) Simulation Integration and Test Expert

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.

KBR is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to support planning, integration, test, and validation of Combat Collaborative Aircraft (CCA) systems in KBRs Government Autonomy Modeling and Simulation Environment (GAME). The selected candidate will work closely with government, industry, and partners to assess technology maturity, develop integration strategies, and support acquisition planning for the future of the Air Force CCA program. This is a senior position in which the candidate will apply in-depth operational expertise, leadership, and technical knowledge to support the Warfighter in CCA test and validation.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support simulation-related analysis, requirements development, and systems engineering activities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams within AF/LCMC engineering, user communities, and external autonomy experts.
• Support integration plans, interface definition, verification strategies, and test approaches for autonomous systems.

• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including operators, engineers, and acquisition professionals.
• Execute simulations to evaluate system effectiveness or suitability under relevant operational conditions and scenarios.

• Strong communication skills and ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for leadership.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: Maintain a willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers' requirements and needs.

Qualifications:

• Exposure to Modeling & Simulation concepts & Standards (e.g., JSE Framework).
• Experience using Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) or Digital Integrated Air Defense System (DIADS) simulator software.
• Familiarity in systems engineering processes (requirements, integration, verification, validation).
• Familiarity with requirements management software (GitLab, Artifactory, Nexus), Test Management, and Defect Tracking (JIRA).
• Hands-on experience with container technologies, including Docker and Podman, for building, running, and troubleshooting containerized applications.

• Master's degree desired. Bachelor's degree required. STEM degree desired.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in autonomy development, autonomous systems integration, AI/ML systems, robotics, or advanced mission systems.
• Experience with DoD acquisition or military aviation programs.

Security Clearance

• Secret clearance
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position

Desired Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in flight test as a discipline engineer or test conductor
• Prior experience supporting Air Force programs, particularly in Fighter, unmanned systems, or advanced mission systems.
• Knowledge of digital engineering tools, modeling & simulation, and architecture frameworks (e.g., DoDAF, UAF, MBSE).

Work Environment:

• Location : On-site - Beavercreek Ohio; Hybrid (3 days minimum in office)

• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20% or as directed by mission requirements

• Working Hours: Standard 40 hours

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.