Specialist - Software Engineering Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

Category Engineering, Technology, & Science Job Type Full time Job Id R2124093 Posted Date 05/21/2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Systems Engineer - Digital Engineering

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.

Make a difference for national security by joining a team of dedicated professionals in El Segundo, CA or Colorado Springs, CO who assist the US Space Force in developing and deploying the next generation of satellites and ground systems for Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) contract. Our Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) team has an immediate need for a Systems Engineer with experience in applying Model Based Systems Engineering tools and techniques for Department of Defense (DoD) space-based systems. Candidate will provide systems engineering and integration expertise in support of the Space Systems Command (SSC) PNT programs. Candidate will support requirements development and management activities to include requirements traceability analysis, change impact analysis, technical baseline integration, verification planning and execution, concepts of operations (CONOPS) and risk management of mission capabilities. Candidate may have experience with system acquisition, systems engineering lifecycle, architecture, operations concepts, requirements and interface development and maturation for space and ground systems.

Major duties of the position include:

• Planning and executing MBSE model development to support architecture development and digital engineering initiatives in support of program milestones

• Applying MBSE tools and techniques to capture system functions, services, interfaces, requirements, and concept of operations to support system design

• Supporting requirements analysis and functional allocation to hardware, software, operator and other segments and components of the system(s) within the models

• Production of model views, including DoDAF products, to support program milestones and documentation

• Enable the generation of systems engineering documentation for requirements, ICDs, systems design, CONOPS, verification and test

• Supporting analysis activities utilizing MBSE models and tools such as Cameo

• Supporting development of study plans for architecture development and special trade studies

• Collaborating with prime contractors, other team contractors, government civilians, and members of the U.S. Space Force.

• 2+ years’ experience in digital systems design and integration.
• Proven experience in systems architecture development within Defense or regulated environments.
• Strong proficiency in MBSE methodologies and tools (SysML, UML).
• Active SECRET clearance

Desired Skills:

• Masters Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience in innovation, capability development, and Agile/SAFe frameworks.
• Familiarity with DevOps, coding languages (Python, JavaScript), and secure systems design.
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Basic Compensation: $90 to $130k
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.