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Mission Protection Engineer

KBR Careers
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 9/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/12/2026
Title

Mission Protection Engineer

KBR is seeking highly motivated candidates to fill a Mission Protection Engineer position in Colorado Springs. This position supports Space Operations Command's Delta 9, and STARCOM's Delta 12 Operational and Test missions.

In this position, the mission protection engineer will be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities

  • Identifying new and evolving threats for current and future space-based capabilities.
  • Analyzing denial/deception and Perception Management technique.
  • Monitoring foreign and domestic space assets to aid in operational and tactical space domain awareness.
  • Monitoring foreign and domestic space domain awareness capabilities (i.e Governmental Satellite Observers, Blue Force, Non-Governmental Satellite Observers, and International Space Observer Network).
  • Protecting the sensitive aspects of missions and/or space system capabilities through the analysis of intelligence data and coordination with external organizations.
  • Developing, managing, and implementing procedures to mitigate compromise of mission attributes.
  • Developing findings and recommendations using orbital analysis tools like Satellite Tool Kit (STK) to create scenarios for pre/post mission analysis and briefings.
  • Developing Pre/Post engagement assessments for:
    • Probability of Detection
    • Probability of Attribution
    • Risk
    • Mission Effectiveness
  • Coordinating Periodic Signature Measurement Campaigns (RF/Radar/Optical measurement/analysis).
Qualifications

Required:

  • An active TS/SCI clearance with SAP/SAR eligibility on day 1
  • 8 years of space operations experience and/or Intelligence experience (with emphasis on space/space systems).
    • Additional space operations / orbital warfare experience may be considered in lieu of education
  • Extensive experience with Microsoft tools.
  • Advanced briefing and writing skills.
  • Ability to analyze both open-source information and Intelligence Community reporting and studies (NSA Pulse, CIA WIRE, NASIC, DIA).
  • Experience with Satellite Tool Kit used to create scenarios for pre/post mission analysis and briefings.
Desired

  • BS in a technical/analytical field preferred.
  • Previous Special Access Program experience desired.
  • Counter-intelligence polygraph preferred.

Work Environment

  • Location: Schriever SFB, CO
  • Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
  • Working Hours: Standard

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40hrs

Basic Compensation

$125,000 - $135,000

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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Salary : $125,000 - $135,000

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