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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** KBR Inc - **Location:** Alice, TX, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Strategies of Testing - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=64d244864db0fcfc ## About the Role * Experience applying systems engineering practices to complex IT or mission systems * Ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines and integrate outcomes * Strong communication skills, able to translate technical issues into clear decisions * Experience developing engineering artefacts (requirements, ICDs, test plans, etc.) * Degree in Engineering (or equivalent) * Current NV1 security clearance * Eligibility to access ITAR-controlled technology Desirable: * Experience in Defence, aerospace, or regulated environments * Exposure to software development and integration environments * Knowledge of satellite communications or secure networks * Experience working within ASDEFCON frameworks * Chartered or working toward CPEng / RPEQ All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Negative Vetting 1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding an NV1 Clearance or above should apply. ## Description Join KBR as a Systems Engineer on a complex, mission-critical Command & Control (C2) program delivering secure, integrated IT capabilities to Defence. This is not a siloed systems engineering role - you will report to the Systems Engineering, Integration and Test Team Lead and work across cybersecurity, networks, software, and infrastructure, contributing to the end-to-end delivery of mission systems, from requirements and architecture through to integration, verification, and certification. If you are looking to move beyond documentation-heavy roles and into real system-level problem solving and integration, this is the role. At KBR, you'll be part of a team of teams delivering complex, high-impact programs across Australia and the Asia-Pacific. We offer: * Exposure to large-scale, multi-disciplinary Defence programs * Opportunities to grow into technical leadership roles * A collaborative environment where engineers work across domains to solve real problems Responsibilities: The key responsibilities of the role will include, but is not limited to: * Apply systems engineering practices to deliver complex, multi-domain IT and mission systems * Develop and manage requirements, architecture, and traceability across the lifecycle * Work closely with software, cyber, network, and test teams to drive integration outcomes * Define and support verification and test strategies to ensure system performance, security, and compliance * Contribute to design reviews, technical decision-making, and trade studies * Support system certification, safety, and airworthiness activities (where applicable) * Identify and resolve cross-domain system issues and integration risks * Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and standards ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Your Testing Strategy is broken - lets fix it!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1672-your-testing-strategy-is-broken-lets-fix-it) - [The Avengers Initiative (Practical Ethics for Software Engineers)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2070-the-avengers-initiative-practical-ethics-for-software-engineers) - [One Pipeline, Three Regulator - SBOM Compliance for the Developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100169-one-pipeline-three-regulator-sbom-compliance-for-the-developer) - [To Me My X-Tests! - Mutation testing Strategies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1959-to-me-my-x-tests-mutation-testing-strategies) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know)