Mid-Level Systems Engineer

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We share one goal: to improve the world responsibly as a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers.

Note: This position is contingent upon contract award, customer approval, and funding availability.

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a government background check
Citizenship Requirement: Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents
 

Preferred location is Sioux Falls, SD

Will consider Remote

About the Role

Why You'll Love This Role

As a Mid-Level Systems Engineer, you will work across the full systems engineering lifecycle—from requirements to integration and test. You’ll collaborate with experts in cloud engineering, software development, and operations while supporting high-impact systems used worldwide. This role offers hands-on technical growth, autonomy, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

Systems Engineering

• Develop and document system requirements, operational concepts, and interface control documents.
• Design system interfaces and ensure seamless integration across distributed components.
• Conduct trade studies to support technology, cloud, and architectural decisions.

Integration & Test

• Develop integration and test plans, procedures, and test cases.
• Execute test activities and work with engineers to resolve defects.
• Analyze data from tests and studies to inform technical decisions.

Project Execution

• Manage and track engineering tasks, schedules, and milestones.
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports, diagrams, and supporting visuals.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Lead and present at internal reviews and milestone checkpoints.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, MIS, or related field—or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant systems engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.

Desired Skills

• Experience with AWS cloud services and modern cloud architectures.
• Knowledge of image processing workflows, database technologies, or scientific data systems.
• Familiarity with engineering tools such as DOORS, Jira, Confluence, and Git.
• Understanding of AI/ML concepts and their applications to systems engineering.
• Experience supporting or modernizing large-scale distributed systems.

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Basic Compensation:

$105,200-$157,800

The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

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 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.​

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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.