Aerospace Thermal Technician — Insulation & Assembly

KBR; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Thermal Technician to design, fabricate, install, and test thermal insulation systems for spacecraft hardware. You will work with engineers and technicians to produce flight-quality components in a high-precision environment.

You will read engineering drawings, pattern, sew, assemble, and apply thermal protection materials while adhering to strict safety and contamination controls. Travel to launch sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent required; two years of related experience preferred.
• Experience with aerospace hardware, textiles, sewing, upholstery, composites, or precision workmanship.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specs, and procedures.
• Hands-on sewing, upholstery, textiles, composites, or aerospace fabrication environments.
• Demonstrated ability to fabricate and assemble components with high attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to travel to launch sites, test facilities, and customer locations.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, modify, repair, and install thermal insulation systems including MLI blankets and foam components for spacecraft hardware.
• Perform precision sewing, patterning, cutting, and assembly per drawings and workmanship standards.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and fabrication procedures to produce flight-quality hardware.
• Apply thermal protection materials and maintain strict workmanship standards.
• Support spacecraft installation and test activities with engineers and manufacturing personnel.
• Work in cleanroom environments while adhering to contamination control requirements.
• Operate specialized fabrication equipment and software used for thermal components.
• Identify and resolve fabrication or process issues with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Coordinate work across multiple areas to ensure efficient production flow and scheduling.
• Maintain compliance with aerospace safety requirements (ESD, cleanroom, chemical handling, high-voltage, quality).

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading engineering drawings

Aerospace fabrication

Sewing/Upholstery

Cleanroom work

Travel willingness

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Fabrication equipment

Specialized software

Cleanroom equipment

Job description

KBR is seeking a Thermal Technician to design, fabricate, install, and test thermal insulation systems for spacecraft hardware. You will work with engineers and technicians to produce flight-quality components in a high-precision environment.

You will read engineering drawings, pattern, sew, assemble, and apply thermal protection materials while adhering to strict safety and contamination controls. Travel to launch sites may be required.