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Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! 

Around here, we define the future.

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

The principal purpose of this position is to serve as a Technician in the Human System Engineering Group of the Human Health and Performance Contract. The incumbent will support the development of electrical/electronics/electromechanical components, mechanical assembly of ground and flight hardware systems that will primarily be used in maintaining the health and well-being of crew on the International Space Station, Orion and other NASA/commercial vehicles. The Technician will perform tasks including, but not limited to design support, cabling, component identification, part selection, mechanical assemblies and drawing mark-up in support of assigned projects. Incumbent will perform other assignments or duties as required.     

Responsibilities:
• Responsible for compliance with Safety, Health and Environmental plan; must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the Company’s safety policies and rules and must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel
• Responsible for compliance with the Quality Assurance Plan, policies and procedures
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance level as determined by the Company
• Responsible for completing all assigned training
• Fabricate flight and non-flight hardware as required.
• Troubleshoot electronic hardware, identify malfunctions and repair/replace as necessary.
• Receive detailed instruction on job requirements and work under supervision. The assignments may include electrical and/or mechanical assembly, prototyping and troubleshooting.
• Perform task assignments using technical skills and experience
• Use independent judgment but seek supervisory direction when needed.
• Have frequent contact with engineering and quality assurance professionals.
• Provide support to projects in the form of test support, parts and materials research, paperwork generation and completion, purchasing support and other support as requested.
• Know and adhere to Company policies, procedures and work rules and demonstrate a strong work ethic
• Excellent skills in both written and verbal communication

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED:
Associate degree in Electronics from a Technical Institute, Junior College or Community College or a minimum of 5-yrs of equivalent experience

Must have experience reading drawings, assembling cables (e.g., wire stripping/dressing, contact crimping, cable assembly, etc.), soldering (through hole and SMT), and perfoming electomechanical assembly (e.g., routing cables, using torque tools.)
 
DESIRED:
10+ years related experience in the NASA development/hardware fabrication environment.

SKILLS/TRAINING
REQUIRED:
Able to be certified in workmanship areas such as soldering, crimping, wire harnesses, mechanical assemblies, torquing etc., as required by NASA standards to perform work on Flight equipment
Must be able to pass a vision testing including color blindness
Must complete a Soldering test
DESIRED:
PCB Layout skills/training, CAD/Drafting skills/training     
Current, non-expired training in workmanship areas such as soldering, crimping, wire harnesses, mechanical assemblies, torquing etc., as required by NASA standards to perform work on Flight equipment

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.​

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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR​

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations.  Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems.  We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.  We Deliver – Together. ​

Click here to learn more: Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

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.