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Mechanical Engineer IIBelong. 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.
Position Summary:
KBR is looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team within the National Security Solutions organization, supporting the sustainment engineering efforts of the Air Force and other DoD customers across multiple programs. We solve obsolescence issues by providing engineering expertise in the following areas: reverse engineering, design engineering, prototyping, additive manufacturing, technology insertion, nondestructive inspection, test plan development and execution, allowing our customers to keep legacy systems in operation during the later stages of their lifespans.
This position will support our Tinker AFB customers allowing systems such as the B-52, B-1, KC-135 and others to remain operational. With increasing experience, the employee will be responsible for increasingly complex modifications and modernizations to these aging systems. Engineering expertise should include the ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering methods, techniques, and criteria to a variety of complex technical problems. This includes interpreting project requirements, conducting detailed analyses, and developing practical, efficient solutions in alignment with industry best practices and organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks, ensuring compliance with both industry standards and internal company design guidelines.
- Perform reverse engineering of obsolete airborne and ground-based systems to support system sustainment, upgrades, or replacement efforts.
- Troubleshooting mechanical or electromechanical systems using root cause analysis methods.
- Writing and reviewing technical documentation relating to users, systems, standards, processes, operations, products, and services.
- Working in a lab space for fabrication, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of mechanical products.
- Roles and responsibilities will vary based on candidate’s experience.
Work Environment:
- Location: Onsite
- Travel Requirements: Minimal
- Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or similar degree) from an ABET accredited school
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a related field.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
Desired:
- Engineer in Training Certificate or Licensed Professional Engineer
- Proficient with SolidWorks
- Experience with ANSYS or other Finite Element Analysis software
- Experience with military standards and processes
- Skilled at written and oral communication
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future 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.
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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