Energetics & Explosives Construction Manager

KBR Careers; Richmond (KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Energetics and Explosives Manufacturing Construction Engineer Manager to lead engineering progress for the new Blue Grass Army Depot Energetics Center of Excellence explosives facility in Richmond, KY. The role includes supervising engineering staff, coordinating with customers and subcontractors, and ensuring successful commissioning of the plant.

The position requires DoD program management experience, strong leadership, and familiarity with master schedules and risk

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Systems Engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years in senior engineering leadership.
• 10+ years of experience across mechanical, electrical, and process engineering on U.S. Federal contracts.
• Experience in DoD program/project management including program development and transition.
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedules and risk management.
• Ability to obtain Secret clearance and US citizenship.
• Experience in Energetics Manufacturing, Explosives Manufacturing, Chemical Manufacturing or Munition Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering progress on site.
• Oversee subcontractors as they develop design, implementation, integration, and sustainment of complex construction and process equipment.
• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, engineering standards, and contractual obligations.
• Manage engineering schedules, technical risks, resource allocation, and project deliverables.
• Coordinate with program management, customers, subcontractors, and technical stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to engineering personnel.
• Support proposal development, technical reviews, engineering documentation, and strategic planning efforts.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure engineering solutions align with mission objectives and customer expectations.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Must be a US citizen.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

DoD project management

Integrated Master Schedule

Risk management

Mentorship

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Systems Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Integrated Master Schedule

Job description

KBR is seeking an Energetics and Explosives Manufacturing Construction Engineer Manager to lead engineering progress for the new Blue Grass Army Depot Energetics Center of Excellence explosives facility in Richmond, KY. The role includes supervising engineering staff, coordinating with customers and subcontractors, and ensuring successful commissioning of the plant.

The position requires DoD program management experience, strong leadership, and familiarity with master schedules and risk