Systems Engineer III / Systems Test and Integration Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 9, 2026.
Title:
Systems Engineer III / Systems Test and Integration EngineerBelong. 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 KBR?
- 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.
Position Title: Systems Engineer III / Systems Test and Integration Engineer (Lab Support)
Position Summary:
KBR is seeking a Systems Test and Integration Engineer to support the horizontal integration of multiple USAF open architecture programs and autonomy projects. You will help drive the development, simulation, maturation, and coordination of USAF open architecture capabilities; ensuring alignment across systems and enhancing mission effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assessments: Prototype and assess feasibility of horizontal integration efforts across open reference architectures and multiple projects
- Coordination: Coordinate experiments, assure complimentary lines of effort, and produce final leadership-level out briefs of experimentation results to inform horizontal integration decision making
- Risk Reduction: Break up scope of broad cross-cutting activities into prototype-based work to reduce risk and identify opportunities across open architectures and standards
- Client Engagement: Work with Government clients to understand the requirements and needs for integration
- Optimization: Analyze business and management challenges, recommend modifications to existing system designs, or develop new designs to maximize efficient use of data
- Analysis: Conduct analysis related to hardware, software, man-machine interfaces, and system-level requirements to deliver integrated IT solutions
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in systems engineering, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM degree program
- 3-5 years’ experience in Systems Engineering
- Experience with software architecture and development
- Experience with data modeling, test driven development, and mission planning
- Experience with collaborative software development in either open source or professional team environments
- An active Secret clearance is required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Top-Secret clearance
- Familiarity with modern software development tools, languages, and methodologies
- Knowledge of DoD open architectures such as OMS (Open Mission Systems)
- Hands-on experience with container technologies, including Docker and Podman, for building, running, and troubleshooting containerized applications.
Work Environment:
- Location: On-site - Beavercreek Ohio; 3 days minimum in office
- Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
- Working Hours: Standard
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a competitive suite of lifestyle and career benefits, which includes:
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Disability coverage
- Paid time off and flexible work schedules
- Professional development, training, and career advancement support
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re 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 at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
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.