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Title: Test Engineer

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Program Summary

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

Job Summary

Join the Program Acquisition Executive Fires – SHIELD Project Office in a dynamic, fast-paced environment supporting the Lower Tier Interceptor (LTI) Product Office.

As a Subject Matter Expert , you will support all PATRIOT-related Missile Flight Test (MFT) programs and test events. Provide PATRIOT-related test plan development, MFT planning and coordination, test range and resources scheduling, creation and publication of mission smart sheets. Provide on-site technical and test monitoring/reporting support, and post-mission analysis and reporting to include CONUS and OCONUS travel. Design and develop test programs, processes, and systems to measure the functionality and integrity of products and services. Write test procedures and protocols to assess product reliability and evaluate the ability of products to meet performance standards and specifications. Gather test data and evaluate the results of tests to determine if product designs and architecture meet customer specifications and performance expectations. Collaborate with other engineering groups to improve or upgrade product performance.

Roles and Responsibilities

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert supporting LTI TEST on LTI managed PATRIOT Launcher and Legacy/PAC-3 Missile Programs.

Provide technical support at Working Group and Flight Test planning meetings.

Oversee the Test Program SharePoint websites utilized by SHIELD to support a wide range of PATRIOT Test collaboration efforts between the Product Offices.

Maintain the PATRIOT Missile Flight Test History Database and its annual publications.

Conduct bi-annual AMMO storage inventory.

Provide technical expertise for the Field Surveillance Program as a test Subject Matter Expert by participating in PATRIOT activities leading up to and execution of missile firings.

Research and develop Courses of Action to help government customers make informed decisions on emerging requirements and obsolescence mitigation efforts. Use engineering knowledge to ensure qualification test plans adequately test new hardware compliance to system requirements.

Act as technical lead for the Lower Tier Interceptor PATRIOT Test Plan Working Group.

Basic Qualifications

Degree: For SME 1, the education/experience requirements are: High School + 15 years or

Associates + 13 years or

Bachelors + 11 years or

Masters + 9 years or

PhD + 7 years

Requires in-depth PATRIOT System knowledge, experience, and ability to work independently to solve complex problems.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Active security clearance.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Word, Power Point, Excel).

Ability to travel up to 25% CONUS and OCONUS.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting U.S. Army Air Defense Launcher and Missile programs

SharePoint Experience

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to the PATRIOT system

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.