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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

$150k - $190k
Full-time

KBR Inc

Title:
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Belong. 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.

KBR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with strong CAD proficiency and leadership experience to join our growing team of engineers supporting cutting-edge defense programs. The successful candidate will lead mechanical design efforts and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop commercial systems and components.

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.
Work Environment:
  • Location: On-site R&D Lab, (*No Telework/hybrid arrangements available)
  • Work hours: 0600-1430, with some overtime, based on mission needs
  • Travel Requirements: 5-10%
  • Working Hours: Standard
Basic Compensation:

$150,000 - $190,000 USD annually

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead mechanical design efforts from concept through final production.
  • Research, design, and evaluate mechanical products and systems to meet operational and performance requirements.
  • Apply knowledge of engineering principles to develop structural components.
  • Solve technical design problems and perform system-level design analyses.
  • Develop mechanical and structural layouts using CAD tools.
  • Conduct feasibility and performance testing on components and systems.
  • Participate in design reviews and support production and integration activities.
  • Work closely with a small team to execute fast paced, short timeline projects, both individually and as a team.
Required Qualifications:
  • Active/Current DoD Secret clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience performing mechanical design on complex systems.
  • Experience leading design efforts and mentoring junior engineers.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in electronics packaging, including thermal and structural considerations.
  • Familiarity with Space Flight hardware.
  • Strong understanding of the full engineering lifecycle from concept to production.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Experience with Solidworks CAD/CAM tools in 3D modeling
  • Experience in developing 3D models and drawings for fabrication and machining
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are 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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