Kbr
Chief Engineer
Colorado Springs, Colorado · Exec
No sponsorship$175k-$240kDetected 6 days ago
Data AnalysisCybersecurityProject ManagementSystems EngineeringElectrical EngineeringResearch
About the role
- Title: Chief Engineer This position will serve as the Chief Engineer on the AFRCO (Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office) IDEAAS contract.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- The Chief Engineer will provide AFRCO testing and evaluation support and perform long-term strategic direction for the development and fielding of software and hardware systems utilizing the application of principles and techniques from computer engineering, data analytics, and software development.
- The Lead Engineer shall also find innovative ways to evolve and improve AFRCO systems and assist in performing technical/mission analyses of operational requirements, assist in developing system concepts, and perform technological/trade-off study assessments of proposed designs.
- We Deliver - Together.
Requirements
- At least ten years of experience providing systems engineering work, including knowledge of and experience with complex engineering designs and delivery
- At least five years of experience providing support to DoD Service organizations and/or Intelligence Community agencies
- At least ten years of experience managing an engineering team in conceiving, planning, and conducting research and analysis for complex technological problems of considerable scope
- Five years of experience providing rapid prototyping or development
- Five years of experience performing T&E activities
Nice to have
- Position requires U.S. Citizenship and active TOP SECRET security clearance
- Degree: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a closely-related Engineering or IT discipline
- Proven ability to solve problems creatively
- Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
- Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle
- Excellent analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful
- Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
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.
Equal opportunity
- KBR is an equal opportunity employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Citizenship and active TOP SECRET security clearance
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