Missile Systems Engineer Level IV

KBR, Inc • Full-time • Washington, DC, US • $135.60k - $186.40k / year • 4m ago

Title:

This is a contingent position based upon contract award.

Position Overview

The Missile Systems Engineer Level IV provides advanced technical leadership in the design, integration, and lifecycle management of missile and weapon systems supporting U.S. Government programs. This role spans system architecture, requirements development, integration, test, and mission execution across complex, high-performance defense systems.

Key Responsibilities

Lead design, development, and integration of missile and weapon systems
Develop and manage system and subsystem requirements with full traceability
Conduct system-level trade studies and performance analyses
Support guidance, navigation, and control (GNC), propulsion, structures, and payload integration
Support design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR) and provide technical recommendations
Lead verification and validation (V&V) activities for system requirements
Support integration, test, and evaluation (I&T), including flight testing
Interface with government customers, stakeholders, and subcontractors
Resolve technical issues and provide engineering solutions
Prepare and present technical briefings, reports, and documentation

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
8–12+ years of experience in missile systems or aerospace engineering
Experience with system design, integration, and analysis
Familiarity with missile subsystems (GNC, propulsion, structures, avionics)
Experience supporting DoD or defense programs
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Active Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance
Experience supporting missile flight testing programs
Knowledge of hypersonic or high-speed weapon systems
Familiarity with MBSE or digital engineering tools
Leadership or task lead experience

Clearance

Active Secret required (TS/SCI preferred or eligible)

Work Environment

On-site/hybrid environment supporting office, lab, and test facilities with occasional travel to test ranges and launch sites.

Basic Compensation:

$135,600 - $186,400

This range is for the Washington DC area only.

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.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.