Title: Senior Space Control Expert KBR is seeking a Senior Space Control Experts to join our Hemisphere team. Work locations include Colorado Springs, CO and/or El Segundo, CA. Qualified applicants will serve as a trusted advisor and expert on space control functions and supporting engineering services required to enable and support the protect and defend mission set for Space Systems Command (SSC). The successful candidate will collaborate and communicate with the Hemisphere leadership team to ensure processes and products are delivered within program schedule and demonstrate depth of knowledge in new and maturing technologies as applied and used in space control system of systems integration. Critical skillsets for qualified applicants include but are not limited to: + Systems Engineering for Space Control Enterprise and Space, Ground and C2 Segments + Expertise and experience in highly classified space control ground, space, and command and control (C2) systems (concept development, system architecture, build, integration and test) + Expertise in maturing technologies through all TRL levels + Expertise in multiple space control-related technologies, including, but not limited to, optical, electronic support, signal processing, and communications + Developing Enterprise Roadmaps and Schedule Views for technology and capability delivery that quickly identify risks, issues, and gaps + Successful management of Space Control Technology Risks and associated risk mitigation plans to address + Support Transition to Prototype Operations for future Space Control technologies/systems Major duties of the position include: + Provide innovative internal and external technical leadership, collaboration across all stakeholders, and effective communication to meet customer and program requirements + Maintain cognizance of relevant technical issues and concerns, elevate to Hemisphere and Government leadership appropriately and provide resolution recommendations + Coordinate and lead the resolution of technology issues; engage with appropriate Government and Hemisphere teams; ensure technology roadmap updates and corrections are tracked and accomplished as circumstances warrant + Support improvement and innovation for process execution, data and tool utilization, Enterprise/system architecture updates and improvements + Identify opportunities to leverage corporate staff, teammates, processes or tools and ensure the proper collection of metrics to measure execution effectiveness Qualifications Requirements: + Experience in working in classified environments on emerging technologies as applicable to space control and related technologies (optical, electronic support, signal processing, communications) + Bachelors degree and 12+ years of engineering experience + Active Top Secret SCI + Demonstrated leadership skills in the Aerospace or DoD working across space and ground segment organizations + Experience serving as a team lead, project leader, or program manager on performance-based contracts for the U.S. Government + Experience in identification and management of risks; demonstrated experience working with Air Force/DoD customers in an acquisition environment, with space and/or ground systems + Experience writing and delivering documents and briefings with effective communication skills and style that promote inclusivity of ideas as they pertain to working, interfacing, and leading multi-disciplined team of engineers Desired: + Master’s degree or MBA preferred + SAP eligible + Change agent who looks at the art of the possible to bring new capability and architecture ideas enabling a system or Enterprise evolution to meet current or upcoming threats, needs, and requirements + Space control mission and/or systems knowledge and experience + DoD or NRO programs space and ground systems engineering + Model-Based and/or Software engineering systems practices Target salary range for Colorado Springs $175,000……………$200,000 Target salary range for El Segundo $175,000……………$215,000 The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience 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 sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. Benefits: KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 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. 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.