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TOW Systems Engineer

KBR Careers
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2026
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TOW Systems Engineer

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 Systems Engineer supports the (TAGM) Project Office by developing the system capabilities roadmap, system development plan, system integration, and validation / verification of the Tube-launched, Optically-tracked, Wireless Guided (TOW) weapon 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 systems engineering, test, software, and platform integration teams to ensure simulation tools accurately reflect weapon capabilities and interfaces.
  • Prepare technical reports, presentations, and briefings for leadership, stakeholders, and review boards.

Basic Qualifications

  • 5 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 modeling & simulation, physics, aerospace engineering, or related discipline.
  • Experience with TOW systems, guidance/navigation/control (GNC), or weapon performance modeling preferred.
  • Ability to analyze complex datasets and communicate technical findings clearly.
  • Familiarity with DoD acquisition, test processes, and VV&A standards is a plus.

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 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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