Manager, Engineering Operations

Trinzic; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

AD&D

flexible spending account

paid time off

flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, a leader in science, technology and engineering solutions, seeks an Engineering Operations Manager to oversee skilled technicians and mechanics, directing maintenance and logistics for MPF operations in Jacksonville, FL. You will manage safety, efficiency, and customer relations while ensuring compliance with standards.

The role requires a strong background in industrial engineering/logistics, cross-functional leadership, and hands-on supervision of equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must pass a U.S. Government background investigation and obtain a Secret Clearance.
• BS in industrial engineering or logistics management, or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• 10 years of directly related maintenance/logistics experience.
• 6+ years of supervisory experience in maintenance/logistics.
• Completion of Basic Engineer Course or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate department activities to optimize equipment, facilities, and personnel.
• Review expenditure and reports to improve efficiency and meet maintenance goals.
• Maintain strong customer interface between customer and daily operations/administration for the Engineer section.
• Create and enforce a safe work environment per site safety regulations.
• Ensure all completed work meets specifications and timelines.
• Perform administrative management tasks and prepare related management reports.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, safety rules and government regulations.
• Provide technical guidance and make decisions where guidelines are unclear.
• Support HR activities within an organized labor environment.
• Interview and recommend candidates for hire.
• Develop labor/time estimates and monitor progress toward goals.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Project management

Education

BS in industrial engineering or logistics management

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

GCSS

Job description

Title

Manager, Engineering Operations

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

Program Summary

The Marine Corps Prepositioning Program (MCPP) is based in Jacksonville, Florida. We provide maintenance and logistic services to the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) in support of this program. For over 35 years we have planned, coordinated, and executed the maintenance and logistic services for ground combat vehicles and support equipment for USMC Expeditionary Forces.

Job Summary

The Engineering Operations Manager oversees the performance of skilled technicians and mechanics, performing diverse activities, such as installing, operating, repairing and maintaining material handling and construction equipment, water systems, mobile power generators, fuel systems and HVAC equipment in support for MPF's maintenance operations.

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

Roles And Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating the activities of the department to obtain optimum use of equipment, facilities, and personnel.
• Reviews and analyzes expenditure, financial, and operations reports to determine requirements and make recommendations to the maintenance director to maintain and or improve overall efficiency.
• Develops and maintains a strong, effective relationship / partnership with the customer, acting as primary interface between customer and daily operations/administration for the Engineer section.
• Creates and fosters a safe work environment for the section per the site safety regulations.
• Ensures that all completed work is in compliance with specifications and time schedules.
• Performs administrative management tasks and prepares related management reports.
• Maintains and or develops administrative and operations policies / procedures.
• Ensures the engineer branch as a whole is in compliance with administrative policies, procedures, safety rules and government regulations.
• Provides technical guidance / assistance as needed, make decisions where written guidelines are not clear or available.
• Assists in managing human resource activities within an organized labor union environment.
• Interviews applicants and recommends candidates for hire.
• Maintains established performance objectives/goals. Monitors employee progress against goals.
• Approves the requisitioning, receipt and allocation of tools, parts, and materials required for an Engineer shop.
• Develops labor and time estimates.
• Ensures engineers are producing a quality end product to minimize rework.
• Maintains ISO-9002 & 14001 policies and procedures and ensures on-going compliance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a U.S. Government background investigation and obtain a Secret Clearance. Due to this, you must be a U.S. Citizen to be eligible for this position.
• Requires a BS degree in industrial engineering or logistics management. In lieu of a degree, an equivalent combination of college credits, other formalized training or education, and directly related work experience will be considered.
• 10 years of directly related work experience in a maintenance/logistic environment and 6 years of supervisory experience in a maintenance / logistic environment.
• Must have completed the Basic Engineer Course or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills. Knowledge and experience with Marine Corps policies, regulations, and orders.
• Working knowledge and experience with MS Project.
• Proficiency in commercial word processing, databases, spreadsheets and statistical software applications.
• Working knowledge and experience with Global combat support system (GCSS)
• Working knowledge and experience with Power Point, EXCEL, and ACCESS software.

KBR Benefits

• 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.

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.

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