Javelin Sr Systems Engineer

Location

Redstone Arsenal, Alabama Category Engineering, Technology, & Science Job Type Full time Job Id R2130226 Posted Date 10/12/2026

Title:

Javelin Sr Systems 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 Defense and Technology Solutions 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 Defense, KBR’s Defense and Technology Solutions division 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

Looking for a challenge where your skills will be tested and your experience impacts people and mission? At KBR, we are seeking an experienced Sr. Systems Engineer supporting the Tactical Aviation & Ground Munitions (TAGM) Project Office in Huntsville, AL.

The Sr. Systems Engineer supports the (TAGM) Project Office by developing the system capabilities roadmap, system development plan, system integration, and validation / verification of the Javelin Light Weight Control Launch Unit (LWCLU) system.

This role ensures accurate system performance assessments, supports weapon integration on aviation and ground platforms, and contributes to test planning, analysis, and lifecycle engineering decisions. If you are detail-oriented and excited to make your mark in a dynamic environment, apply now and let's create something remarkable together.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive technical documentation including system specifications, interface control documents, and design descriptions
• Manage requirements and ensure traceability across the system lifecycle
• Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and validate system requirements
• Support configuration management and change control processes
• Analyze system capabilities and collective system of systems integration capabilities
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including software, mechanical, and electrical engineering disciplines
• Support system integration activities and verification/validation efforts
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and program milestones
• Support lethality, survivability, and operational effectiveness studies.
• Collaborate with production, quality, test and systems engineering teams to ensure weapon capabilities meet end user requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and briefings for leadership, stakeholders, and review boards.

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of related technical experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong foundation in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience with Javelin systems, Javelin CLU/LWCLU, guidance/navigation/control (GNC), or similar weapon systems preferred.
• Ability to analyze complex datasets and communicate technical findings clearly.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition, test processes, and VV&A standards is a plus.

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