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KBR, Inc.

Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) SME

KBR, Inc., Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509

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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

Collaborative Environment

Impactful Work

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

Roles and Responsibilities

Responsible WGS and GSCCE expert.

Informs/Advises system operators on enterprise‑scale SATCOM.

Exhibits exceptional 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

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

US Citizen.

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

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

Ten years of directly related experience in SATCOM 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 ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in SATCOM operations and maintenance.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Normal hours of operation (0730–1630).

40 hours, 5 days a week.

Travel

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

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Basic Compensation $129,800 - $162,200

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 include sign‑on bonus, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits, including 401(k) plan with company match; medical, dental, vision, life insurance; AD&D; flexible spending account; disability; paid time off; and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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