Title:
High Energy Laser Systems Technician
Kord, a wholly owned subsidiary of KBR, is a leader in advanced defense solutions with a strong focus on directed energy and High Energy Laser (HEL) technologies. Our HEL programs support the U.S. Department of Defense in developing, integrating, testing, producing, and fielding cutting-edge laser weapon systems that enhance national security and deliver decisive battlefield advantages. These efforts require highly skilled technicians to support assembly, integration, production, testing, maintenance, and operational deployment of complex laser systems and their associated power and thermal management subsystems.
The High Energy Laser Systems Technician will play a critical role in the assembly, integration, production, testing, troubleshooting, and field support of advanced HEL weapon systems. This hands-on position supports the development and deployment of laser technologies by working directly with laser hardware, power distribution equipment, thermal management systems, electrical and mechanical assemblies, instrumentation, and supporting subsystems.
The technician will collaborate closely with engineers, production personnel, test teams, and program leadership to ensure HEL systems are built, integrated, tested, maintained, and fielded safely and effectively. This position requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to support laboratory, manufacturing, and field operations.
Roles and Responsibilities
Support production and manufacturing activities, including hardware builds, inspections, configuration management, and process documentation.
Install, route, terminate, and troubleshoot electrical wiring, cable assemblies, connectors, and subsystem interfaces.
Assemble and integrate power distribution, power conditioning, energy storage, and thermal management equipment supporting HEL operations.
Perform system-level and subsystem-level integration activities for laser, power, cooling, controls, and support equipment.
Execute test procedures and supportdevelopmental, qualification, acceptance, and operational testing activities.
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, thermal, and laser system issues and support root-cause investigations.
Assist engineers with hardware modifications, system upgrades, prototype development, and technical documentation.
Ensure compliance with safety procedures, laser safety requirements, quality standards, and program operating procedures.
Travelasrequired to support system integration, field testing, customer demonstrations, and deployment activities.
Associatedegreein Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Laser/Electro-Optical Technology, or related technical discipline; or equivalent military or industry experience.
Experience performing hardware assembly, system integration, troubleshooting, and testing activities.
Experience working with electrical systems, power distribution equipment, thermal management systems, cooling systems, or industrial equipment.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
Experience using electrical and mechanical test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and diagnostic tools.
Experience supporting High Energy Laser, directed energy, electro-optical, aerospace, or defense systems.
Experience with power generation, power conditioning, energy storage, or high-voltage electrical systems.
Knowledge of thermal management systems, chillers, pumps, heat exchangers, and liquid cooling equipment.
Experience supporting manufacturing, production, low-rate initial production (LRIP), or depot-level sustainment activities.
Prior military experience supporting electrical, weapons, radar, aviation, communications, or mission systems.
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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