High-Energy Laser Facility Operations Lead

KBR; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Kord, a wholly owned subsidiary of KBR, seeks a High Energy Laser Facility Manager to lead operations across HEL development, integration, production, and testing facilities. You will ensure safety, security, quality, and continuous improvement while coordinating with engineering, EHS, security, and program leadership.

The role requires expertise in facility systems, power and thermal infrastructure, lab operations, and defense industry standards, with responsibilities spanning budgeting,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience managing technical facilities (laboratory, production, or defense-related).
• Experience overseeing facility operations, maintenance programs, and infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with OSHA, environmental compliance, safety regulations, and facility risk management processes.
• Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, or equivalent aerospace/defense quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of facilities supporting HEL system development, integration, production, and testing.
• Lead facility planning, maintenance, upgrades, and infrastructure projects.
• Ensure operational readiness of laboratories, production spaces, and test areas.
• Oversee facility systems including electrical distribution, HVAC, chilled water, and specialized laboratory infrastructure.
• Coordinate facility requirements to support engineering, manufacturing, integration, and test activities.
• Develop and manage facility budgets, capital investments, and maintenance planning.

Skills

Facilities leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Job description

Kord, a wholly owned subsidiary of KBR, seeks a High Energy Laser Facility Manager to lead operations across HEL development, integration, production, and testing facilities. You will ensure safety, security, quality, and continuous improvement while coordinating with engineering, EHS, security, and program leadership.

The role requires expertise in facility systems, power and thermal infrastructure, lab operations, and defense industry standards, with responsibilities spanning budgeting,