GNC Engineer - Remote
$133K - $200K/yr
This role bridges engineering development and flight/operational execution, requiring strong ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...
GNC Engineer - Remote
$133K - $200K/yr
This role bridges engineering development and flight/operational execution, requiring strong ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...
DSN Scheduler? -Fully Remote
$58K - $87K/yr
Maintain spacecraft support requirements, flight view periods and scheduling constraints and ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...
DSN Scheduler? -Fully Remote
$58K - $87K/yr
Maintain spacecraft support requirements, flight view periods and scheduling constraints and ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...
DSN Scheduler -Fully Remote
$58K - $87K/yr
Maintain spacecraft support requirements, flight view periods and scheduling constraints and ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...
DSN Scheduler -Fully Remote
$58K - $87K/yr
Maintain spacecraft support requirements, flight view periods and scheduling constraints and ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...
... broad range of contractual, operational, and semi-austere medical missions. Ideal candidates ... critical-care units, flight medicine, or prior medical contracting, as well as those with ...
... broad range of contractual, operational, and semi-austere medical missions. Ideal candidates ... critical-care units, flight medicine, or prior medical contracting, as well as those with ...
Opto-Mechanical Designer - Remote
$81K - $122K/yr
Prior experience with NASA or other work related to space flight hardware Location: Work can be ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...
Opto-Mechanical Designer - Remote
$81K - $122K/yr
Prior experience with NASA or other work related to space flight hardware Location: Work can be ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...
... flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We have an ... Citizenship is required (required due to Government contractual requirements). Qualifications We ...
... flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We have an ... Citizenship is required (required due to Government contractual requirements). Qualifications We ...
Within Avionics, the Recorders product line develops and sustains cockpit voice recorders, flight ... Coordinate data transfers to customers in accordance with contractual requirements using approved ...
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Within Avionics, the Recorders product line develops and sustains cockpit voice recorders, flight ... Coordinate data transfers to customers in accordance with contractual requirements using approved ...
GNC Engineer - Hybrid (TS/SCI Clearance)
$133K - $200K/yr
This is a remote position with limited, business-need driven travel to onsite locations. Key ... Review and guide flight software design to improve system performance, robustness, and operability
GNC Engineer - Hybrid (TS/SCI Clearance)
$133K - $200K/yr
This is a remote position with limited, business-need driven travel to onsite locations. Key ... Review and guide flight software design to improve system performance, robustness, and operability
Senior Structural Analysis Engineer
Greenbelt, MD · On-site +1
$137K - $206K/yr
... Flight Center Programs. This position would provide structural engineering, analysis, and test ... but remote work may be possible if approved by the customer US Citizenship Areas of Desired ...
Senior Structural Analysis Engineer
Greenbelt, MD · On-site +1
$137K - $206K/yr
... Flight Center Programs. This position would provide structural engineering, analysis, and test ... but remote work may be possible if approved by the customer US Citizenship Areas of Desired ...
Technical Program Manager
Reston, VA · On-site +1
$134K - $173K/yr
... contractual requirements * Manage program scope, schedule, milestones, budget, and deliverables ... SDA), remote sensing, or optical payload systems * Familiarity with flight software, autonomy, or ...
Technical Program Manager
Reston, VA · On-site +1
$134K - $173K/yr
... contractual requirements * Manage program scope, schedule, milestones, budget, and deliverables ... SDA), remote sensing, or optical payload systems * Familiarity with flight software, autonomy, or ...
Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Fairfax, VA · On-site +1
This is a remote position within the United States, working a 9x80 schedule. The Staff SCA sources ... contractual management for suppliers, and drives the full subcontract lifecycle; from source ...
Staff Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Fairfax, VA · On-site +1
This is a remote position within the United States, working a 9x80 schedule. The Staff SCA sources ... contractual management for suppliers, and drives the full subcontract lifecycle; from source ...
This is a remote position within the United States, working a 9x80 schedule. The Staff SCA sources ... contractual management for suppliers, and drives the full subcontract lifecycle; from source ...
This is a remote position within the United States, working a 9x80 schedule. The Staff SCA sources ... contractual management for suppliers, and drives the full subcontract lifecycle; from source ...
Technical Writer
Huntsville, AL · On-site +1
Prepare and manage CDRLs and DIDs, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and industry ... Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work proficiently with remote employees * Proficient ...
Technical Writer
Huntsville, AL · On-site +1
Prepare and manage CDRLs and DIDs, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and industry ... Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work proficiently with remote employees * Proficient ...
Senior Systems Engineer
Austin, TX · Remote
$107K - $146K/yr
SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas ... Ensure compliance with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements. * Coordinate activities ...
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Senior Systems Engineer
Austin, TX · Remote
$107K - $146K/yr
SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas ... Ensure compliance with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements. * Coordinate activities ...
Senior Systems Engineer
Austin, TX · On-site +1
$103K - $141K/yr
SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas ... Ensure compliance with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements. * Coordinate activities ...
Senior Systems Engineer
Austin, TX · On-site +1
$103K - $141K/yr
SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas ... Ensure compliance with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements. * Coordinate activities ...
Senior Systems Engineer
Austin, TX · On-site +1
$103K - $141K/yr
SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas ... Ensure compliance with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements. * Coordinate activities ...
Senior Systems Engineer
Austin, TX · On-site +1
$103K - $141K/yr
SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas ... Ensure compliance with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements. * Coordinate activities ...
Prin Engineer Supplier Quality / Sr Prin Engineer Supplier Quality (Manchester- NH)
Nashua, NH · On-site +1
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... This will be a 100% remote role, but candidate must be located within 30 miles of the Manchester ...
Prin Engineer Supplier Quality / Sr Prin Engineer Supplier Quality (Manchester- NH)
Nashua, NH · On-site +1
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... This will be a 100% remote role, but candidate must be located within 30 miles of the Manchester ...
Program Manager 2
El Segundo, CA · On-site +1
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... The primary objective will be the delivery of all contractual requirements on cost and on schedule ...
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Program Manager 2
El Segundo, CA · On-site +1
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... The primary objective will be the delivery of all contractual requirements on cost and on schedule ...
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Job description
Title:
GNC Engineer - Remote
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
Around here, we define the future.
We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.
THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD
Position Summary- Remote
We are seeking a GNC Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and real-time operation of advanced aerospace systems. This role bridges engineering development and flight/operational execution, requiring strong technical depth, sound judgment under pressure, and the ability to translate complex system behavior into actionable decisions.
The ideal candidate brings experience across flight dynamics, control systems, software interaction, and operational environments.
This is a remote position with limited, business-need driven travel to onsite locations.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
What Sets a Strong Candidate Apart
Basic Compensation:
Jobs on this contract range from $133,900 - $200,800.
The offered rate will be based on the position, contract affordability, the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and in consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation:
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.
GNC Engineer - Remote
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
Around here, we define the future.
We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.
THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD
Position Summary- Remote
We are seeking a GNC Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and real-time operation of advanced aerospace systems. This role bridges engineering development and flight/operational execution, requiring strong technical depth, sound judgment under pressure, and the ability to translate complex system behavior into actionable decisions.
The ideal candidate brings experience across flight dynamics, control systems, software interaction, and operational environments.
This is a remote position with limited, business-need driven travel to onsite locations.
Key Responsibilities
- GNC System Development & Integration
- Support design, analysis, and verification of guidance, navigation, and control algorithms and architecture
- Review and guide flight software design to improve system performance, robustness, and operability
- Evaluate system behavior across full mission phases (e.g., ascent, on-orbit, entry, proximity operations)
- Operational Readiness & Real-Time Support
- Develop and execute operational concepts for GNC systems in mission or test environments
- Monitor vehicle performance and make time-critical recommendations during dynamic operations
- Support anomaly resolution, fault response strategies, and contingency planning
- Requirements, Tools & Procedures
- Define system and console requirements for monitoring and commanding GNC subsystems
- Develop operator displays, telemetry utilization strategies, and command interfaces
- Maintain flight rules, procedures, and operational documentation
- Testing & Validation
- Support system-level testing (integrated labs, simulations, hardware-in-the-loop environments)
- Participate in verification of telemetry, command pathways, and system responses
- Contribute to development and validation of contingency commanding capabilities
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred) and 10+ years of experience
- Strong foundation in:
- Orbital mechanics / astrodynamics
- Control systems and state estimation
- Guidance algorithms and vehicle dynamics
- Experience working with:
- Flight software or embedded systems
- Real-time or near-real-time operational environments
- Telemetry analysis and command/response systems
- Demonstrated ability to:
- Operate effectively under pressure and make timely, sound decisions
- Communicate complex technical issues clearly and concisely
- Work across multidisciplinary teams
- Must be a U.S Citizen
Preferred Qualifications
- TS/SCI Clearance
- Experience supporting mission operations or system operations in a control center or similar environment
- Background in anomaly resolution, fault detection/isolation/recovery (FDIR), and contingency operations
- Familiarity with simulation environments, integrated test labs, or hardware/software validation
- Experience developing procedures, flight rules, or operator tools
- Prior experience training or certifying personnel in technical or operational roles
What Sets a Strong Candidate Apart
- Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end GNC capabilities (not just analysis, but how the system is used)
- Ability to connect engineering design decisions to real-world operational impacts
- Proven performance in high-stakes, time-critical environments
- Strong judgment, accountability, and credibility with both engineers and operators
- Comfort operating in "gray space" where processes aren't fully defined
Basic Compensation:
Jobs on this contract range from $133,900 - $200,800.
The offered rate will be based on the position, contract affordability, the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, 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.
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 KBR
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At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.
Industry
It services
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US
Year founded
1998