Project Engineer

Project Engineer – Space Suit Design Team (Science and Space Division) KBR is seeking a Project Engineer to support our Space Suit Design Team for KBR’s Science and Space division. The Project Engineer will primarily be responsible for assisting with the scheduling, planning, resourcing, and managing technical activities to ensure assigned projects are completed on time and within specification. The engineer is responsible for the engineering and technical disciplines of assigned projects and will establish criteria for proper implementation of all project elements. Responsibilities Leads and/or facilitates all phases of the project – research, design, procurement, assembly, integration, test, operations, etc. Develops, tracks, and manages project forecast, scope, risks, and schedule for all projects assigned. Responsible for internal collaboration, review, and integration of project development. Responsible for the execution, management, and collaboration of project procurement activities (including preparation and negotiation of requirements and design specifications, proposals, quotes, contracts, change orders, and invoices with General Contractors, Designers, Procurement, and Vendors). Provides oversight, guidance and collaboration with internal team departments, general contractors, designers, vendors to ensure they stay within project scope, budget, and schedule. Review plans, inspect fabrications, conduct investigations, and provide recommendations as necessary to assure compliance with established requirements, regulations, guidelines, and procedures. Tracks, updates and provides recommendations for change orders. Monitors/reports/makes recommendations for ongoing development projects. Identification, management and communication of project and program‑related risks. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. 5–10 years of recent and related work experience. Expert use of MS Project. Experience leading negotiations with contract/vendors, procurement, and legal processes. Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and organizational skills. Result‑oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and produce timely results. Self‑motivated. U.S. Citizenship required. Preferred Education and Experience Project management experience in aerospace and mechanical with hardware development and design verification. Experience with NASA in spacecraft design and human system integration. Work Location This position is located onsite at customer facility. Standard KBR Requirements Team player, able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. Follow safety and quality policies, company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives. Organized, with good time management skills. Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. KBR supports career advancement through professional training and development. Equal Opportunity Employer 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, beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr KBR, Inc