Senior Software Architect

KBR
Huntsville, AL
Title:
Senior Software Architect

Program Summary

KBR's Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) 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 War, MAGS 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

Are you ready to embark on a journey where your expertise meets meaningful impact? As a Senior Software Architect, you'll dive into modular software design and architecture for Mission needs across multiple customers in the Department of War. Join our team in Huntsville and be at the forefront of Open Systems Architectures, contributing directly to our success story. You'll collaborate closely with a diverse team, fostering innovation and excellence every step of the way. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply now and let's shape the future together

Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Candidate will be responsible for the planning, development and execution of Software Aspects of an Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) System to achieve successful integration with an existing Aviation Platform.
  • Candidate will engage with DoW clients to include Army Aviation, NAVAIR and Air Force as well as sub-tier suppliers to ensure that the software solution is architected in accordance with the Modular Open System Approach (MOSA) principles
  • Candidate will contribute to an overall Modular Mission Software Strategy to speed Technology Upgrades and Capability insertion to various platforms.
Basic Qualifications:
  • Us Citizenship and Security Clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Computer Science,
  • 10+ years direct and relevant experience with RTCA/DO-178 processes including experience with Real Time Operating Systems for Safety Critical Design Assurance Level Software.
  • Direct and relevant experience with RTCA/DO-297 tailored for Defense Aviation
  • In-depth experience with MOSA and FACE definition and architecture approaches
  • Familiarity with Airworthiness processes (Army, NAVAIR, DAF)
  • Familiarity with Reference Architectures to include EAF, AMS-GRA, A-GRA, FAF, OMS, Big Iron
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) familiarity
  • CAST-32A familiarity
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.
Posted 2026-02-04

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