Operations & Engineering Support Technician/Engineer

KBR Careers; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

401K with company match

Career development & training

Job summary

KBR in Colorado Springs, CO seeks an Operations & Engineering Support Technician/Engineer. The role bridges engineering, production, and document control, maintaining technical accuracy and safety standards while supporting manufacturing readiness.

The candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance (US Citizen) and will work onsite/hybrid with strict documentation practices. Experience in engineering documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• BS in an engineering field with 2 years of experience or equivalent required.
• Secret clearance ability is required (US Citizen).
• Proficient in creating/editing PDF documents, including formatting and document control.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including data analysis, formulas, pivot tables, and reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Word for professional documents.

Responsibilities

• Proofread and correct technical documents using Microsoft Office and PDF tools.
• Audit engineering documents for linguistic, formatting, and structural accuracy.
• Collaborate with Document Control to manage revisions, distribution and archival processes.
• Create and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) in ERP/MRP systems.
• Interpret light mechanical/electrical schematics, drawings, and parts lists.

Skills

Excel

Word

PDF editing

Document control

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

BS in engineering

Associate/Bachelor in electrical/mechanical

Tools

ERP/MRP software

PDF editing tools

Microsoft Azure

Job description

Operations & Engineering Support Technician/Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Job Title:

Operations & Engineering Support Technician/Engineer

Job Summary

KBR is seeking an Operations & Engineering Support Technician/Engineer to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required, which is something that only a US Citizen can obtain. This multi-discipline role bridges the gap between engineering, production, and document control. You will maintain technical accuracy, support manufacturing readiness, and enforce strict safety and documentation standards across the organization.

Responsibilities

Technical Documentation & Quality Control:

• Proofread and correct technical documentation using Microsoft Office and PDF editing tools.
• Audit engineering documents to ensure absolute linguistic, formatting, and structural accuracy.
• Collaborate with Document Control to manage revisions, distribution, and archival processes.

Production Readiness & Data Management:

• Create and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) within ERP/MRP software.
• Track component life cycles, material availability, and structural changes within the BOM.
• Analyze mechanical and electrical drawings to interpret exact assembly requirements and part dependencies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Interface between Engineering and Production teams to streamline information flow and resolve build issues.
• Ability to accurately interpret light mechanical and electrical schematics, drawings, and engineering parts lists.
• Ability to assemble light electrical and mechanical components using basic hand tools such as soldering iron, fastening tools, drills, saws, basic measurements.
• Enforce organizational processes to ensure all workflows align with quality management systems.

Safety And Quality:

• Champion safety standards across all departments, making workforce protection and product quality the top priority.

Qualifications

• BS in an engineering field with 2 years of experience (relevant experience is acceptable in lieu of education).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required.
• Proficient in creating, editing, and managing PDF documents, including formatting, conversion, and document control.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, formulas, pivot tables, reporting, and spreadsheet management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word for creating, editing, formatting, and maintaining professional business documents.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure cloud services, including basic understanding of Azure resources.
• Strong computer and technical skills with the ability to quickly learn new software applications and business systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, including data entry, reporting, and business process workflows.
• Familiarity with supporting document management, reporting, or operational processes.
• Familiarity with electrical circuitry, wiring, and soldering.
• Familiarity with mechanical assembly, hand and power tools.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in electrical/mechanical discipline.

Work Environment

• Location: Onsite/Hybrid
• Work Hours: Standard

Compensation

• For Colorado only, the salary range for this position is approximately $80,000 - $100,000. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Other 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.

KBR Benefits

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

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