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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for strategy engineer in the United States is $103,684.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,500.00 and $112,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Strategy Engineers?

Strategy Engineers are professionals who analyze, develop, and implement long-term plans to help organizations achieve their business objectives. They combine technical knowledge with business acumen to identify opportunities, assess risks, and recommend solutions that align with a company's strategic goals. Their work often involves market research, data analysis, and collaboration with various departments to ensure successful execution of strategies. Strategy Engineers play a crucial role in driving innovation, improving efficiency, and maintaining a competitive edge for the organization.

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

To thrive as a Strategy Engineer, you need strong analytical skills, business acumen, and a degree in engineering, business, or a related field. Familiarity with data analysis tools (like Excel, Tableau, or Python), modeling software, and sometimes certifications like Six Sigma or PMP are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills set standout professionals apart. These competencies are crucial for developing effective strategies that drive business growth and optimize operational performance.

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Strategy Engineers often work closely with teams from product development, operations, finance, and marketing to ensure that engineering solutions align with broader business objectives. This collaboration involves regular meetings to share insights, analyze data, and develop actionable plans. By bridging technical expertise with strategic planning, Strategy Engineers help prioritize initiatives, allocate resources efficiently, and track progress against key performance indicators. This collaborative approach not only fosters innovation but also ensures that projects are delivered on time and within scope.
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Infographic showing various Strategy Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,684 per year, or $49.8 per hour.
Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer - Senior

Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer - Senior

KBR, Inc.

Springfield, VA • On-site

$159K - $195K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

102nd of 368 rated engineering

Job description

Title:
Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer - Senior
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 Integrated Protection Strategy Engineer - Senior, to lead the efforts to ensure safe and reliable operations of space assets through advanced conjunction assessment and mitigation strategies. This role involves developing, validating, and implementing collision avoidance algorithms, tools, and processes to protect critical systems in dynamic orbital environments. The engineer will collaborate with mission planning, flight dynamics, and operations teams to analyze risk and execute avoidance maneuvers when necessary. Candidates should demonstrate strong technical expertise, leadership in complex problem-solving, and the ability to operate under strict timelines in high-stakes scenarios. This position offers the opportunity to influence enterprise-level safety standards and advance space situational awareness capabilities. This role is performed full-time on site at a government facility and is contingent upon contract award.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Lead the design, development, and validation of collision avoidance algorithms and decision-support tools.
  • Perform conjunction assessments using industry-standard and proprietary models to evaluate collision risk.
  • Coordinate with mission operations teams to plan and execute avoidance maneuvers.
  • Analyze orbital data and propagate trajectories to predict potential conjunctions.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for collision avoidance processes, including risk thresholds and maneuver protocols.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and analysts.
  • Interface with external organizations (e.g., government agencies, commercial partners) for data exchange and coordination.
  • Support anomaly resolution and post-event analysis for conjunction-related incidents.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for automation and accuracy in collision avoidance systems.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and best practices for space safety

Required Qualifications:
  • Education & Experience: Master's degree and 11 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR Bachelor's degree and 12 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR No degree and 14 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise.
  • Demonstrated expertise in orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, or related aerospace engineering disciplines.
  • Proficiency with conjunction assessment tools and orbital propagation software (e.g., STK, FreeFlyer, or equivalent).
  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with adjudicated polygraph

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with automated collision avoidance systems and large-scale space traffic management.
  • Familiarity with international space safety standards and coordination protocols (e.g., CCSDS, ISO).

Basic Compensation:
$159,900.00 - $195,400.00 (this is for the Springfield, VA area only)
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.
Benefits:
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 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.

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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

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