Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) SME

KBR Wyle Services, LLC

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Colorado Springs, Colorado Until 8/22/2026 First posted December 14, 2025 Last posted April 21, 2026
Job description

Title:

Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) SME

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 a Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) SME to join our team at Schriever SFB.  Active TS/SCI clearance required.

The WGS SME provides expert technical assistance, analysis, and informal training related to the WGS satellites and the Global SATCOM Configuration Control Element (GSCCE).

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible WGS and GSCCE expert.

  • Informs/Advises system operators on enterprise-scale SATCOM. 

  • Exhibits exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in SATCOM operations and maintenance.

  • Provides technical information and analysis concerning WGS and GSSCE operations.

  • Participates in technical meetings, working groups, analysis, and reporting tasks as required.

  • Coordinates and consolidates integration and test efforts.

  • Leads troubleshooting efforts and resolves problems.

  • Supports major GSCCE system updates and configuration rollouts.

  • Analyzes and resolves difficult and complicated program support deficiencies.

  • Conducts independent technical assessment of systems design.

  • Performs as the primary contract technical liaison with contractor technical experts, representatives of other contractors, and U.S. Government personnel.

  • Leads or participates in spacecraft operations support, analysis, and reporting.

  • Develops technical documentation and procedures for installation, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with technical specifications, program requirements, and quality standards.

  • Supports informal training related to the WGS satellite and the GSCCE.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

  • BA/BS degree and 8+ years of experience, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.

Citizenship and Clearance:

  • US Citizen

  • Active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI is required.

Technical Knowledge:

  • Five years of system design experience, including hardware/software integration.

  • Ten years of directly related experience in SATCOM is required.

  • Applies advanced knowledge of WGS to achieve customer requirements associated with operations and sustainment of the WSOMS network and the GSCCE.

  • Able to troubleshoot and resolve problems independently and in high pressure situations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Advanced understanding and ability to troubleshoot WGS satellite and the GSCCE.

  • Demonstrates exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in SATCOM operations and maintenance.

SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS:

  • Normal hours of operation (0730–1630 hours).

  • 40 hours, 5 days a week.

TRAVEL:

  • May require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, expect approximately 10%.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Basic Compensation:

$129,800 - $162,200

This range is for the CO area only.

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s work location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience, clearance level, contract affordability 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

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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 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

Provide expert technical support and analysis for WGS satellites and GSCCE operations.

Job title

Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) SME

Experience level

8+ years

Industry

defense

Location requirements

Colorado Springs, remote work not specified

Salary

$129,800 - $162,200

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

satcomsystem designhardware/software integrationtroubleshootingsatellite operations

Preferred skills

WGS satelliteGSCCE troubleshootingingenuitycreativityresourcefulness

Specializations

satcomspace defensesystem designsatellite operationsconfiguration management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Colorado Springs, CO, USA

Work arrangement unknown City