Senior Electrical Mechanical Technician

KBR Careers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 98,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical/Mechanical Technician to support assembly, integration, testing, and sustainment of complex electronic and mechanical systems. The role emphasizes high-quality fabrication and system integration in commercial and industrial environments, with supervision minimal and focus on full hardware lifecycle from fabrication through delivery.

Location is on-site with standard 0600-1430 hours and 5-10% travel.

Qualifications

• Active/Current DoD Secret clearance required.
• High school diploma with 10+ years of experience OR an Associate's degree with 8+ years Experience in commercial manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong electrical/mechanical assembly and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with diagnostic equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes).

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, integration, and testing of electronic and electro-mechanical systems.
• Execute high-quality soldering and cable/harness fabrication.
• Conduct electrical testing including continuity and voltage verification.
• Troubleshoot PCB-level, wiring, and system-level issues.
• Proficient in the use and operation of soldering stations, reflow ovens, and coating equipment.
• Interpret schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Fabricate and assemble mechanical components and systems.
• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and modification of assemblies.
• Support equipment installation and maintenance.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Mechanical assembly

Troubleshooting

Soldering

Wiring harness

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Soldering stations

Reflow ovens

Coating equipment

Job description

Senior Electrical Mechanical Technician 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. KBR is seeking a highly skilled Electrical/Mechanical Technician to support the assembly, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and sustainment of complex electronic and mechanical systems. This role focuses on high-quality fabrication and system integration within commercial and industrial environments, supporting product development, manufacturing, and testing operations. The ideal candidate will operate with minimal supervision, execute technically complex tasks, and support full lifecycle hardware activities—from fabrication through integration, validation, and delivery.

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.

Work Environment

Location: On-site R&D Lab, (*No Telework/hybrid arrangements available)

Work hours: 0600-1430, with some overtime, based on mission needs

Travel Requirements: 5-10%

Working Hours: Standard Basic Compensation: $98,000 - $125,000 USD annually The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, integration, and testing of electronic and electro-mechanical systems
• Execute high-quality soldering and cable/harness fabrication
• Conduct electrical testing including continuity and voltage verification
• Troubleshoot PCB-level, wiring, and system-level issues
• Proficient in the use and operation of soldering stations, reflow ovens, and coating equipment
• Interpret schematics and wiring diagrams
• Fabricate and assemble mechanical components and systems
• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and modification of assemblies
• Support equipment installation and maintenance
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
• Operate material handling equipment as required
• Work closely with a small team to execute fast paced, short timeline projects, both individually and as a team.

Required Qualifications

• Active/Current DoD Secret clearance required
• High school diploma with 10+ years of experience OR an Associate's degree with 8+ years Experience in commercial manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong electrical/mechanical assembly and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Experience with diagnostic equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes)

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• IPC J-STD certification or equivalent
• Experience with conformal coating or finishing processes
• Forklift or material handling certification
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams
• Familiarity with Space Flight hardware.

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. 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.