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Lead Systems EngineerKBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of Defense, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.
KBR is seeking a motivated and experienced Lead Systems Engineer to lead the MQ‑9 Common Control Environment (CCE) engineering team supporting a NAVAIR‑led U.S. Marine Corps MQ‑9 program. In this role, you will serve as the technical authority and team lead for a group of approximatelynd certification of ground control station (GCS) control software and associated capabilities.
The ideal candidate brings strong experience with unmanned aircraft control systems, software‑intensive systems engineering, and DoD acquisition programs, along with a passion for mentoring engineers and shaping technically sound, operationally relevant solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with government engineers and program leadership, influence system architecture and technical decisions, and see your work directly impact fleet operations. Candidates who thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment and are eager to deliver innovative, mission‑critical capabilities to the warfighter will find this role both challenging and highly rewarding. This position supports tasking at the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Executive Office, Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons (PEO(U&W)), located in Patuxent River, MD. The selected candidate will provide technical leadership for the integration, testing, and sustainment of the Common Control Environment (CCE) on the MQ‑9 MUX MALE platform. Responsibilities include developing and managing requirements, planning and executing lab and flight tests, ensuring interoperability with other mission systems supporting engineering change proposals, analyzing technical risks, and recommending solutions to enhance CCE integration. There will also be close collaboration with program managers, engineers, test teams, and industry partners to ensure the CCE meets performance, safety, and certification standards.
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Compensation: $129,000-$194,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and in consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
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.
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