Opto-Mechanical Designer - Remote

Trinzic; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 82,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Designer to design and model mechanical components interfacing with optical elements for space hardware. This remote role emphasizes developing detailed drawings, assembly documentation, and robust design concepts to ensure precise optical alignment.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree plus extensive experience in opto-mechanical systems, CAD (SolidWorks/NX), and the ability to work across design, fabrication, and test phases in a collaborative team

Qualifications

• T/SCI Secret Clearance is required.
• Bachelor's Degree plus 3 years experience; total 7+ years preferred.
• Experience with opto-mechanical mounts and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Design and model mechanical components interfacing with optical elements.
• Develop detailed drawings for optical elements and assemblies.
• Create fabrication and assembly drawings for hardware and optics.
• Lead design concepts for optic handling equipment and test support equipment.
• Support optical subsystem integration and testing, reporting findings.
• Collaborate with engineers, manufacturing and quality teams.
• Prepare technical presentations for project reviews.

Skills

opto-mechanical design

optical system alignment

technical presentations

lead design concepts

risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree and 3 years experience (7+ total)

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Title:

Opto-Mechanical Designer - Remote

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!

We at KBR share one goal: to improve the world responsibly as a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers.

THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD

POSITION IS REMOTE

The Opto-Mechanical Designer will be responsible for the design and modeling of mechanical components to interface with optical elements such as lenses, mirrors, diffractive elements and filters. The candidate will design and model the mechanical means to mount and position these elements in an optical system. The designer will also need to be able to develop detailed drawings of these optical elements and overall optical system as well as fabrication and assembly drawings for the mechanical hardware and optical assemblies.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• T/SCI Secret Clearance

• Education: Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience or equivalent with total 7+ years of related experience

• Specific knowledge related to the mechanical design mounts and modeling of opto-mechanical systems. Proficient in CAD software (Solid Works, NX), providing innovative and practical mechanical solutions in support of optical system development.

• Ability to work all phases of opto-mechanical subsystems from the conceptual design layout, package prototyping, fixture/tooling design, development of mechanical attachment methods/tools for optimal optical alignment including system level assembly and interface drawings (ICD)

• Develop assembly and test procedures and support all levels of optical subsystem integration and tests and report as necessary.

• Support trade studies and recommend system architecture and design approach. Must be capable of leading the development of design concepts for optic handling equipment and support development of test support equipment.

• Conduct analysis and evaluation of a design concept to produce realistic assessment of development and manufacturing risks. Develop strategies for mitigating risks.

• Work with other engineers, technicians, manufacturing and quality engineers in a team environment.

• Prepare and deliver technical presentations and support project level reviews. Prior experience with NASA or other work related to space flight hardware Location: Work can be performed remotely

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• BS in a technical field

• Proficient in NX or SolidWorks computer aided software tool

Basic Compensation:

Jobs on this contract range from $ 81,700 - $122,600 .

The offered rate will be based on the position, contract affordability, the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, 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.

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 KBRAt 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.