Network Systems Engineer

KBR Mission Technology Solutions is seeking a motivated and talented Network Systems Engineer to join our team in Lexington Park, MD. Fundamentally, systems engineers solve problems, often by combining traditionally-disparate methods into new, creative solutions. The selectee will contribute to the design, development, implementation, integration, testing and delivery of data networking hardware, software, and systems solutions for the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR).

Roles and Responsibilities

Network technology development: Provide direct support to government program office in charge of providing a new network technology that enables the evolving NAVAIR mission.

Test assessment: Analyze and assess integration and test data to identify and resolve issues with hardware design and tactical operations.

Collaboration: Coordinate interdisciplinary solutions among government and contractor partners, including the Navy Network Design Facility.

Learn: Participate in technical conferences and partner technical interchange meetings and bring advanced technologies to NAVAIR.

Education: Coursework in engineering technology from an ETAC-accredited program, or in physical sciences from a regionally-accredited college or university.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of technical experience, which may include university design competitions, research participation, part-time assistantships, and college hackathons.

Security clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen. Selectee will be subject to a government Personnel Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. An active or current Secret clearance desired. Selectee must also have the ability to obtain a final DoD Top Secret security clearance within six months of start date.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelors degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or in physical sciences from a regionally-accredited college or university.

Networking Experience: IP-based tactical data links such as Tactical Targeting Network Technology (TTNT); time slot-based data links such as Link 16.

Skills: Troubleshooting and fault isolation; coordinating solutions among diverse teams.

Security Clearance: Active top secret security clearance.

Working Hours: Flexible. Standard government work hour support and surge support during integration and test phases.

Compensation: $93,720.00 - $140,470.00. The salary range posted is for Maryland locations. The offered rate will be based on contract affordability, the selected candidates 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.

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 teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

KBRs Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, 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.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Projects:KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering, science, program management, information technology, and cybersecurity solutions.

Collaborative Environment:Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive, creative, 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 U.S. defense.