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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior/SME Systems Engineer with IR experience - **Company:** KBR Inc - **Location:** Beavercreek, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Video Editing, Atlassian Tools - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://kbr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/KBR_Careers/job/Beavercreek-Ohio/Senior-SME-Systems-Engineer-with-IR-experience_R2129291 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics or related discipline * Minimum 7+ years of related experience is required. * Experience with EO/IR sensor systems, optics, and/or associated hardware and software development * Familiarity with EO/IR integration, test, and verification activities * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing technical content to senior leadership * Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, "tip of the spear" environment * Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to evolving mission and technical requirements Desired: * Advanced degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics or related discipline * Familiarity with advanced EO/IR kill chains and mission system integration * Experience with open architecture frameworks and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies * Experience with EO/IR countermeasures and advanced image and video processing techniques * Experience with Government Reference Architecture (GRAs) and integration into operational weapon systems (desired, not required) * Familiarity with agile development and systems engineering tools such as Atlassian Suite and Cameo Ready to Make a Difference? ## Description KBR, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Infra-red (IR) Systems Integration Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support an advanced air platform program focused on achieving and sustaining national air dominance. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping cutting-edge Electro-Optic and Infrared (EO/IR) mission capabilities that directly support the nation's defense and security. The successful candidate will provide systems engineering expertise supporting the development, integration, and transition of advanced EO/IR sensor technologies for operation in complex and contested environments. Responsibilities: * The IR Integration SME will provide technical leadership and systems engineering support for EO/IR sensor development and integration efforts. * Provide oversight and technical management of advanced EO/IR sensor development for mission system applications * Support the development, integration, and test of EO/IR hardware and software, including Infrared Search and Track (IRST), Video and image processing algorithms, EO/IR electronic countermeasures, and other mission capabilities across the EO/IR spectrum * Support EO/IR kill chain analysis and integration across platforms and mission systems * Contribute to systems engineering activities including requirements definition, architecture development, integration, and verification * Support open architecture implementations and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approaches * Participate in platform integration and testing and verification of subsystems for performance and functionality * Support Government and industry teams through technical planning, design reviews, test reviews, and technical assessments * Develop and deliver technical briefings to a wide range of audiences, including senior technical and leadership stakeholders * Collaborate with U.S. Government and industry partner organizations to support joint mission capability development ## Related Videos - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [AI vs Recruiters and Applicants, Turmoil in the Games Industry, What to Put on a CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1363-ai-vs-recruiters-and-applicants-turmoil-in-the-games-industry-what-to-put-on-a-cv) - [The Future of Developer Experience with GenAI: Driving Engineering Excellence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1107-the-future-of-developer-experience-with-genai-driving-engineering-excellence) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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