Title:

Meteorological Operations Junior Technician

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.

This job posting is for a position in the ROCII Meteorological Instrumentation Section and is open to all Bargaining Unit employees deemed qualified, as determined by the Company, to perform the duties of “Meteorological Operations Junior Technician”.

Position Requirements:

Ability to operate and maintain various types of meteorological instrumentation, including GPS sounding systems, aerostat sounding systems, wind tower systems, meteorological surface measurement systems, and laser ceilometers.Apply technical knowledge to accomplish fault isolation and maintenance of systems.Ability to interpret schematics and system drawings.Use of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, power meters and signal generators.Maintain up-to-date logs and preventative maintenance schedules.Duties will be performed under direct supervision of higher-level technicians.Ensure Company and NASA procedures and policies are followed.Perform manual tasks, which may include lifting 40 lbs. or more and some climbing around antenna systems.Ability to perform tower climbing and tower maintenance is desired.Be willing to travel at least 25% of the year, typically 2 or more trips.Must be able to obtain certification from the National Weather Service within 6 months of date of hire.

Education:

High School diploma and two years technical education. Experience with meteorological instrumentation and/or meteorological ground station equipment can be used to replace technical education. Military training and/or at least two years of experience with GPS ground station systems is preferred.

Safety and quality awareness and compliance are required. Shift work may be required. Assignments may change or vary.

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.