RF Welding Technician

Trinzic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking an RF Welding Technician to support manufacturing of the AxEMU space suit. You will work with a collaborative team to produce pressure bladder components with tight tolerances and ensure efficient equipment operation.

The role requires RF welding expertise, ability to operate related equipment, and a commitment to safety and quality. US citizenship is required; high school diploma and 2 years’ experience are needed, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required due to sensitive customer information.
• High School Diploma required.
• 2 years of related work experience.
• Effective communication and collaboration with leads, engineering, QA.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety protocols in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate RF Welding, Thermoforming, and universal test equipment.
• Produce highly accurate pressure bladder components on schedule and error free.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the RF welding lab and track 5S activities.
• Support overtime hours as required to maintain schedule.
• Troubleshoot technical issues with lab equipment and elevate unresolved issues.

Skills

RF Welding

Lab Safety

Communication

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree

Spacesuit manufacturing

Tools

RF Welding Equipment

Job description

Title:

RF Welding Technician

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!

Around here, we define the future.

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

KBR is seeking an RF Welding TECHNICIAN to support manufacturing of the AxEMU next generation space suit for KBR’s Science and Space division.

The RF Welding Technician will work on a collaborative team supporting pressure bladder manufacturing, collaborating with our production and engineering teams, and ensuring the efficient functioning of our equipment and processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of RF welding process, and the ability to hit incredibly tight tolerances with accuracy and repeatability.

RESPOSIBILITIES:

• Ensure strict adherence to established procedures, processes and personal warranty.
• Produce highly accurate pressure bladder components on schedule and error free.
• Operate RF Welding, Thermoforming, and universal test equipment.
• Ensure adherence to specifications and standards regarding space flight soft goods manufacturing.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the RF welding lab, including equipment upkeep and workspace tidiness, track completion of daily 5S activities.
• Support overtime hours as required to maintain schedule.
• Troubleshoot technical issues with lab equipment and elevate unresolved issues to the lab lead and soft goods management.
• REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• This position requires U.S. Citizenship due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Must be able to sit for long periods at the RF machine while manipulating material safely and correctly within the machine platens/tooling envelope.
• Education: High School Diploma
• Years of Experience: Must have 2 years of recent and related work experience.
• Effective communication and collaboration with leads, engineering, quality assurance.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety protocols and guidelines for working in a laboratory setting.
• PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• Spacesuit manufacturing.
• High precision pressure bladder manufacturing.
• Associates degree in relevant field.

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 an 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 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 an 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.