Title:

Parts, Materials, and Process Engineer

Program Summary

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

Job Summary

This is an opportunity to enhance Search, Track Acquire, Radiate, Eliminate (STARE) weapon systems reliability and lower US Government cost of ownership through the discipline of Parts, Materials, and Processes engineering.  The individual will work with the very latest technologies in the microcircuits and electronics manufacturing field.  The individual will support oversight into vendor parts, materials, and process selection with the focus on achieving the highest reliability at the lowest cost.  The candidate must be inquisitive, self-starting, driven, and detail oriented.  The individual must be able to work with others in a team environment and communicate well both orally and in writing.  This is truly a cutting-edge technology position offering rewarding opportunities for the inquisitive minded.

Roles and Responsibilities

Provide expertise in electronic parts, materials and processes engineeringProvide expertise in electronic parts quality and reliabilityInterface with government, industry, and academia to advance component engineering knowledge, practices, and standardization

Duties will include the following activities

Quality and reliability component application studies, electronic parts and circuit tolerance analysis, environmental stress analysis, part quality and reliability verification and analysis, failure analysis studies and corrective action development, development of part testing requirements, part and assembly problem investigations, and development of failure rate prediction for a broad spectrum of electrical, electronic, and electro-mechanical part and assembly categoriesThe duties will also include collaboration within the DoD, other government agencies, industry, and academia to establish cooperative programs for electronics that address performance, reliability, and quality, and establish and maintain standards, specifications, and practices that affect radar electronics

Basic Qualifications

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Security ClearanceThe work requires a background in electrical, electronics, mechanical, and/or industrial engineering, and a broad knowledge of engineering and science applicable to electronics packaging and assembly technologyRequires 7-10 years’ experienceMust be able to travel

Preferred Qualifications

Microcircuit, printed wiring board, or circuit card manufacturing experience a plusMicrocircuit, printed wiring board, and circuit card design experience a plus

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.