Title:
Network Engineer
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBRs 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 countrys most critical role protecting our national security.
You will join a systems engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting US Space Force (USSF) satellite communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF. You will lead and support several working groups responsible for leading technical discussion, resolve and identify risk, requirement gaps, developing briefings, writing, and tracking action items, and authoring meeting minutes.
The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Forces Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Forces acquisition of state of the art satellite communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nations warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.
Why Join Us?
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as a trusted technical advisor to government leadership for MILSATCOM backhaul and network transport solutions.
Develop, review, and refine network requirements, CONOPS, and technical performance parameters for SATCOM-enabled services.
Provide independent assessment of prime contractor network architectures, ensuring alignment with government standards, mission needs, and enterprise integration requirements.
Support government evaluation of system trades, technical risks, and architectural alternatives across space, ground, and terrestrial environments.
Lead the development of networking concepts of operations (CONOPS) and technical requirements for MILSATCOM backhaul and transport services.
Analyze and advise on MILSATCOM backhaul architectures, including space segment, ground/baseband processing, transport, and enterprise network interfaces.
Support integration planning between prime SATCOM systems and DoD infrastructure, including DISA services and Service-specific networks.
Assess baseband network switching, routing, and transport mechanisms required to connect SATCOM systems to DoD enterprise environments.
Identify interoperability concerns, interface gaps, and network performance impacts across integrated systems.
Integrate prime contractor SATCOM solutions with DoD infrastructure, including DISA transport services and Service-specific networks (Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force).
Coordinate closely with prime contractors, government program offices, DISA, and operational users to align designs with mission, security, and operational constraints.
Support definition and review of interface requirements, network diagrams, and technical documentation ensuring interoperability and standards compliance.
Analyze network performance parameters including bandwidth, latency, availability, redundancy, and resiliency for MILSATCOM backhaul architectures.
Provide technical input to acquisition activities, including requirements development, request for proposal (RFP) support, design reviews, and test planning.
Evaluate and recommend network technologies, protocols, and architectures to improve performance, security, and resiliency across SATCOM and terrestrial segments.
Participate in and lead technical interchange meetings (TIMs) with government and industry stakeholders to resolve integration challenges.
Support system verification, validation, and operational acceptance activities for SATCOM and network transport solutions.
Serve as a technical mentor and subject-matter expert in MILSATCOM networking and DoD integration best practices.
Work Environment:
Qualifications:
Required:
Active Secret security clearance
Bachelors degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or equivalent technical discipline
10+ years of experience supporting military communications or network systems acquisition and/or operations
5+ years of experience working in development, research, or advanced engineering environments supporting government programs
5+ years of experience interfacing directly with senior stakeholders and contributing to requirements development and technical decision-making
Demonstrated experience working in a SETA, SEIT, FFRDC, or government advisory role supporting space and/or networked systems
Demonstrated expertise in the development of networking CONOPS and technical requirements for military or government systems
Strong understanding of MILSATCOM architectures, including backhaul services, ground systems, and enterprise network integration
Knowledge of DoD network environments, including transport, routing, switching, and enterprise services
Ability to perform independent technical analysis of contractor solutions
Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively with senior government, DISA, and industry stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical briefs, recommendations, and decision support materials
Working knowledge of software or scripting languages used for network modeling, emulation, or simulation
Desired:
Basic Compensation: $150,000 - $187,000 in California
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Ready to Make a Difference? If youre 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.
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 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 teams 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.
When you become part of the When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. As a leading global technology, engineering, procurement and construction company serving the hydrocarbons and government services industries. For decades it has been the company that customers turn to for their most challenging assignments.
With operations in 40 countries, KBR has more than 25,000 people delivering services to customers in over 70 countries. Together they represent an unmatched reservoir of talent and experience in a wide range of markets.
Whatever the assignment, no matter how complex or demanding, KBR can marshal resources across every product line to respond quickly and effectively to changing markets and customer needs.
Whether it's providing the technology and consulting know-how to develop our customers' valuable assets; designing and constructing the infrastructure and facilities to develop energy resources in some of the world's more remote and challenging locations; providing support and services for men and women of their countries' armed forces; or navigating the intricacies of undertaking major projects in geopolitically or culturally sensitive environments, our clients depend on KBR because they know that We Deliver.
Join us and you'll be part of a dynamic, elite team of professionals who understand what it takes to get a job done and has the experience, knowledge and determination to succeed.”