Advanced Program Support Technician

Trinzic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KBR Benefits

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Advanced Program Support Technician to support our SPACE SUIT DESIGN TEAM for KBR’s Science and Space division. The role covers manufacturing, building, testing and maintenance of aerospace flight hardware, with emphasis on EMU suits and related components.

Responsibilities include operating 3D printers, RF welders, fabric laser and wheel cutters, reading engineering drawings, and assisting engineers with anomaly diagnosis while maintaining certifications and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must pass Class III Physical and related trainings.
• Able to read, understand, and execute detailed processing procedures and drawings.
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and be able to operate a government vehicle.
• Excellent oral and written communications; able to read Work Authorizing Documents and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, maintain, assemble, test, and repair hardware for events and deliverables; apply engineering changes and perform functional testing.
• Operate machine equipment including 3D printers, RF welders, fabric laser, and wheel cutters; manage low-pressure air systems.
• Assist engineers in locating anomalies and suggest corrective actions.
• Read engineering drawings, schematics, and test procedures; follow training to maintain certifications.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Reading schematics

Driver's license

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

3D printers

RF welders

Fabric laser

Job description

Title:

Advanced Program Support Technician

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

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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.

KBR is seeking an Advanced Program Support Technician to support our SPACE SUIT DESIGN TEAM for KBR’s Science and Space division.

The Advanced Program Support Technician will be responsible for manufacturing, building, testing and maintenance of aerospace flight hardware including, but not limited to: (Extra Mobility Unit (EMU) Suits and Suit components primarily focusing on pressure integrity layers, EVA Tools and Crew Aids, Ancillary equipment, Advanced program and other contracts and subsystem equipment as required. Manufacturing equipment and processes include, but not limited to 3D printers, RF welders, fabric laser and wheel cutters, and dip mold preparation. Testing of hardware will include repair and maintenance, cleaning, inspection, Engineering Change (EC) incorporation, assembly, disassembly, and performance/functional testing. Repair and maintenance processes require the use of hazardous materials such as adhesives, lubricates, and solvents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manufacturing, maintenance, assembly, testing, repair and processing of hardware to support various events, and deliverables; incorporates engineering changes, and performs functional performance testing of Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU) components or related hardware, associated Extravehicular Activity (EVA) hardware, and other systems of hardware as assigned
• Operation of machine equipment includes 3D printers, RF welding machines, fabric laser and wheel cutters, and various low pressure air systems
• Provide assistance to engineers in the location and diagnosis of anomalies and recommends corrective action through liaison
• Daily tasks associated with reading engineering drawings/schematics, equipment specifications, test procedures etc.
• Specified training online, and in classroom, as required to maintain certifications to perform job functions
• Daily updates to various job-related database(s)
• Adherence to Quality and Safety requirements
• Transportation responsibilities to operate motor vehicle for delivery of hardware to various events
• Daily verbal and written communication with other technicians, leads, engineers, managers, other personnel and customers

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Requirements:
• Must be able to pass a Class III Physical; Physiological Training; Clean Room and Controlled Work Area Training
• Must have excellent mechanical skills and be able to read, comprehend, and execute detailed technical processing procedures, engineering drawings, and Work Authorizing Document directions
• Candidate must have a valid Texas driver’s license and maintain a good driving record and able to operate a government vehicle
• Excellent oral and written communications; must be able to read and interpret Work Authorizing Documents (WADs) and mechanical design drawings
• Capacity to work in a team environment
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED,
• Years of Experience: 5+ years of related experience
• PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• Associate's degree plus applicable years directly related Technical Degree or Military Technical School (skilled craft level five) or the equivalent of High School Graduate plus applicable years of directly related work experience.
• Experience with Pressure Systems desired or familiar with Pressurized Test Equipment

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 an 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 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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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt 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.