High-Energy Laser Systems Technician — Field & Lab

KBR; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career development and training

Job summary

Kord, a subsidiary of KBR, seeks a High Energy Laser Systems Technician to assemble, integrate, produce, test, troubleshoot, and field HEL weapon systems. This hands‑on role collaborates with engineers, production staff, and program leadership to ensure safe, effective deployment of laser technology across lab, manufacturing, and field environments.

The role requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to support diverse operations from laboratory to field

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Laser/Electro‑Optical Technology, or related technical discipline and a minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience supporting complex electrical, mechanical, or electro‑mechanical systems.
• In lieu of degree a high school diploma and 6 years of experience is required.
• Experience performing hardware assembly, system integration, troubleshooting, and testing activities.
• Experience working with electrical systems, power distribution equipment, thermal management systems, cooling systems, or industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
• Experience using electrical and mechanical test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and diagnostic tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve hardware and system‑level issues.
• Ability to work in laboratory, manufacturing, and field environments.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and maintain High Energy Laser system hardware and associated subsystems.
• Support production and manufacturing activities, including hardware builds, inspections, configuration management, and process documentation.
• Install, route, terminate, and troubleshoot electrical wiring, cable assemblies, connectors, and subsystem interfaces.
• Assemble and integrate power distribution, power conditioning, energy storage, and thermal management equipment supporting HEL operations.
• Perform system‑level and subsystem‑level integration activities for laser, power, cooling, controls, and support equipment.
• Execute test procedures and support developmental, qualification, acceptance, and operational testing activities.
• Operate test equipment and instrumentation to collect, record, and document system performance data.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, thermal, and laser system issues and support root‑cause investigations.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on laboratory, production, and fielded equipment.
• Support environmental testing, field demonstrations, customer events, and operational exercises.
• Assist engineers with hardware modifications, system upgrades, prototype development, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, laser safety requirements, quality standards, and program operating procedures.
• Travel as required to support system integration, field testing, customer demonstrations, and deployment activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Reading diagrams

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Electrical/Optical tech

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Kord, a subsidiary of KBR, seeks a High Energy Laser Systems Technician to assemble, integrate, produce, test, troubleshoot, and field HEL weapon systems. This hands‑on role collaborates with engineers, production staff, and program leadership to ensure safe, effective deployment of laser technology across lab, manufacturing, and field environments.

The role requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to support diverse operations from laboratory to field