Maintenance Manager

KBR Careers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

The Maintenance Manager at KBR will plan, direct, and oversee the maintenance and sustainment of complex electronic security systems supporting Federal Government programs, ensuring reliability and mission readiness. You will lead maintenance personnel, enforce contractual and security requirements, and provide technical leadership for mission‑critical security systems in an on‑site Washington, DC environment.

Required are U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years in management of electronic security systems.
• 5+ years supervising technical security personnel.
• PM certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise maintenance personnel supporting electronic security systems.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Oversee system sustainment, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with Government policies, security requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and implement process improvements.
• Provide technical leadership and support for mission‑critical security systems.

Skills

US Citizenship

Active Secret Clearance

High School Diploma

Security systems management

Supervision of security personnel

PM certification

Job description

Title: Maintenance Manager

Program Summary: KBR’s Product and Technology Solutions Division specializes in rapid prototyping and advanced technology solutions for directed energy, electronic warfare, and security applications. With expertise in electronic warfare systems, critical infrastructure protection, and product R&D, KBR delivers cutting‑edge innovations to meet mission‑critical needs. Backed by a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR collaborates closely with customers to develop secure, effective, and forward‑thinking solutions. Position is Contingent on Award of Contract.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing the maintenance and sustainment of complex electronic security systems supporting Federal Government programs. The position provides leadership for maintenance personnel, ensures compliance with contractual and security requirements, and manages technical operations to maintain system reliability and mission readiness.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise maintenance personnel supporting electronic security systems.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Oversee system sustainment, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with Government policies, security requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and implement process improvements.
• Provide technical leadership and support for mission‑critical security systems.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Active Secret Security Clearance (minimum requirement).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the management and sustainment of complex electronic security systems.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the general supervision of technical security personnel.
• Project or Program Management certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Federal Government and Department of Defense (DoD) maintenance operations is preferred.

Work Location

On‑site support.

Compensation

$75,440 - $113,160. The salary range posted is for Washington, DC. The offered rate will be based on contract affordability, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.

• 401K plan with company match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• AD&D
• flexible spending account
• disability
• paid time off
• flexible work schedule

We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

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, 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.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

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