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Halker Consulting

Junior Process Engineer

Centennial, CO · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Halker Consulting is a nationwide provider of multi-disciplined Engineering, Design, Project Management, Procurement and Field Services for Oil & Gas, and other Energy industry sectors. Halker ...

Knight Piésold

Civil Engineer - Junior

Denver, CO · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, career mentoring program and collaborating with top professionals in the industry. * We offer ...

Knight Piésold

Civil Engineer - Junior

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $92K/yr

Our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, career mentoring program and collaborating with top professionals in the industry. * We offer ...

Sphinx Defense

Junior DevOps Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · Hybrid

$75K - $112K/yr

... Engineer to help take our build and deployment automation to the next level. As a Junior DevOps Engineer you will help build the development and deployment infrastructure used by our Space ...

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KBR, Inc.

Junior Software Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$76K - $114K/yr

Title: Junior Software Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the ...

KBR

Junior Software Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$76K - $114K/yr

Title: Junior Software Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the ...

PDW

Junior Software Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

The Junior Software Engineer will write clean code, participate in code reviews, and collaborate with peers to implement features and bug fixes. Responsibilities : • Write clean, maintainable code ...

BBA, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

You'llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior engineers to support team growth. With us, you'll get the opportunity to... * Participate in ...

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How much do junior engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior engineer in Colorado is $75,498.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $84,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Engineer, you need a solid grasp of engineering principles, relevant technical coursework or a degree, and foundational problem-solving abilities. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or MATLAB, and sometimes entry-level certifications, is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and eagerness to learn help junior engineers collaborate effectively and adapt to new challenges. These skills and qualities are crucial for contributing to team projects, learning quickly on the job, and developing into a successful engineer.

What is a junior engineer?

A junior engineer is an entry-level engineering professional who reports to and learns from a senior engineer. You can find junior engineering jobs in every subset of the engineering field: industrial engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, materials engineering, and computer engineering. As a junior engineer, your job duties include testing project components, identifying problems and discovering solutions, working on ongoing projects based on specifications or drawings, and collaborating with teams of other engineers.

What are some common challenges faced by junior engineers when starting in a new team, and how can they overcome them?

Junior Engineers often encounter challenges such as adjusting to unfamiliar engineering tools, understanding existing codebases, and communicating effectively with senior team members. To overcome these, it's helpful to actively seek feedback, ask clarifying questions, and participate in code reviews or team meetings. Building relationships with mentors and collaborating closely with peers can accelerate learning and make the transition smoother. Over time, consistent effort and openness to learning help Junior Engineers become valuable contributors to their teams.
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Infographic showing various Junior Engineer job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,498 per year, or $36.3 per hour.

Battlespace Awareness Operator - Junior

KBR, Inc.

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

$92K - $113K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

136th of 441 rated engineering

Job description

Title:
Battlespace Awareness Operator - Junior
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.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award
KBR is seeking a Jr. Battlespace Awareness (BSA) Operator supports 24/7 space domain awareness operations by executing routine monitoring and reporting tasks with supervision and guidance. This role maintains RSO custody and database accuracy, characterizes events of interest, and produces routine operational products aligned to established timelines and formats. The operator applies mission protection tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and escalates anomalies and indications and warnings (I&W) using defined criteria. The position contributes to exercise and real-world event support, including assembling decision-support information and assisting with checklist-based responses. The Junior BSA Operator also supports end-user testing and adoption of evolving SDA tools while maintaining strict security and data-handling standards. This role is performed full-time on site at a government facility and is contingent upon contract award.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Monitor SDA tools and threat assessments during 24/7 operations; identify events of interest and follow approved checklists.
  • Maintain RSO custody and update operational databases; validate data against multiple approved sources.
  • Produce routine reports and briefings, and provide ad hoc updates for ongoing events; coordinate content review as required.
  • Conduct initial event characterization (timeline, pattern-of-life observations, confidence factors) and recommend next steps for senior decision.
  • Support course of action (COA) development by compiling constraints, impacts, and response options for senior operators.
  • Execute procedures in response to checklist entry criteria with supervision; document actions, outcomes, and rationale.
  • Support testing and integration of developing software capabilities as an operational end user; submit trouble reports and improvement recommendations.
  • Support real-world and exercise-driven planning efforts; maintain readiness through recurring training and certification events.

Required Qualifications:
  • Education & Experience: Master's degree and 1 year of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise OR Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise OR no degree and 4 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise.
  • Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with adjudicated polygraph.
  • Experience using operational monitoring, analytics, or mission systems to track events and produce time-sensitive reporting.
  • Experience supporting 24/7 operations (watch floor, operations center, or comparable environment) and following documented procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1+ years of experience with STK or other SDA/astrodynamics systems (e.g., ASW, ATLAS, SPADOC, or developing I&W tools).
  • Experience working with Intelligence Community organizations or joint mission partners supporting space operations.
  • Applied understanding of orbital mechanics, space surveillance, and counterspace threat concepts.

Basic Compensation:
$92,900 - $113,600
This range is for Colorado only.
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
KBR Benefits
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.
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.
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.

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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.

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It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998

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