KBR Careers · 2 months ago
SATCOM Systems Integration Strategist
El Segundo, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$136K/yr - $188K/yr
8+ years expKBR is a leading provider of engineering and advanced technology solutions in the national security sector. The SATCOM Systems Integration Strategist will bridge the gap between users and technical teams to define and integrate future satellite communications capabilities for the U.S. Space Force, ensuring alignment with operational needs and strategic goals.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Identify, refine, and document stakeholder and user needs; define capabilities and integration pathways that align with enterprise SATCOM architecture and modernization efforts
Collaborate with operators, mission owners, and program sponsors to identify operational gaps and shape requirements into feasible, impactful solutions
Ensure proposed capabilities are consistent with SSC’s SATCOM enterprise architecture, data strategies, and digital modernization goals
Lead discussions that move from user-driven requests to user-centered, mission-focused solutions that enhance interoperability, efficiency, and resiliency
Partner with SE&I, cyber, DevOps, and software teams to ensure technical feasibility, traceability, and integration across space, ground, and network layers
Translate high-level capability objectives into actionable program deliverables compatible with Agile or incremental development cycles
Develop and present SATCOM capability roadmaps, strategy briefs, and integration concepts to government and contractor leadership
Qualification
Required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance required for this position
Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related discipline)
8–12 years of professional experience in systems engineering, integration strategy, or capability development
Demonstrated experience within SATCOM, space systems, or mission operations domains
Proven ability to translate operational needs into structured, technically aligned, and strategically prioritized capability definitions
Excellent communication, facilitation, and analytical skills, with experience interfacing across government, contractor, and operational teams
Familiarity with DoD acquisition, SE&I, and space enterprise integration environments
Preferred
Experience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Operations Command (SpOC), or other U.S. Space Force or DoD programs
Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban) and Agile program environments
Understanding of Agile scoping and MVP definition techniques such as MoSCoW, BORIS, Framing and Discovery, or similar prioritization methodologies
Exposure to DevOps, cloud-native, or Kubernetes-based architectures and modern SATCOM software ecosystems
Experience applying user-centered design and human-systems integration principles in mission software or command-and-control environments
Proficiency with collaboration and visualization tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Miro, or equivalent)
Systems Engineering Professional (INCOSE CSEP), SAFe certification, or comparable credential
TS/SCI eligibility preferred
Benefits
401K plan with company match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
AD&D
Flexible spending account
Disability
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Company
KBR Careers
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.
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Funding
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