Systems Engineer

KBR Wyle Services, LLC

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Beavercreek, Ohio Until 8/22/2026 10+ years exp First posted June 19, 2026 Last posted June 19, 2026
Job description

Title:

Systems Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

  • Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive 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 space defense.

KBR is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support a U.S. Air Force customer across a range of complex program needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Department of Defense (DoD) and industry systems engineering, a proven ability to operate effectively in dynamic team environments, and the initiative to work independently with minimal oversight. This role requires proactive engagement with diverse stakeholders and the flexibility to assume multiple roles as program needs evolve.

The Systems Engineer will work closely with program leadership, engineers, and contracting officers to provide systems engineering support to the government customer throughout the acquisition lifecycle. The successful candidate will lead and/or support the development, analysis, and management of system requirements and acquisition-related technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and support the development, management, and traceability of functional and non-functional system requirements throughout the system lifecycle.
• Develop, review, and maintain technical and acquisition documentation, including System Requirements Documents (SRDs), Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTMs), Statements of Work (SOWs), architecture documentation, test cases, and design review materials.
• Support and participate in regular team meetings, technical evaluations, design reviews, and the review of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in systems engineering processes and recommend enhancements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Work Environment:

  • Location: Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio 
  • Travel Requirements: Moderate, up to  20-50%
  • Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications Required:

• Approximately 10 years of related experience, to include at least 5 years supporting DoD customers
• Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Current Secret clearance and SCI eligibility required (SAR/SAP experience desired)
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing system requirements and technical documentation
• Strong communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate technical issues, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders
• Ability to balance multiple project efforts, meet schedules/deadlines, and interface with contractors, FFRDC, Government, and US military personnel at various levels
• Must reside in or be willing to work in the Wright-Patterson AFB, OH area

Qualifications Desired:

• Experience supporting aircraft training, simulation, or modeling and simulation (M&S) programs
• Experience supporting acquisition lifecycle activities, including technical reviews and evaluation of contractor deliverables (CDRLs)
• Knowledge of digital engineering practices, MBSE, or system architecture frameworks
• Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) Level II or III Certification (or equivalent) in Systems Engineering

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 [Company Name]. Let's shape the future together.

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 team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

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.

About this role

Summary

Support systems engineering for defense projects, manage requirements, and develop technical documentation.

Job title

Systems Engineer

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

defense

Location requirements

Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

system requirementstechnical documentationcommunication skillssecurity clearance

Preferred skills

digital engineeringMBSEsystem architectureacquisition lifecycle

Specializations

requirements managementsystem documentationsystem engineeringDoD systems
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Beavercreek, OH, USA

On-site City