Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

KBR Careers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR Careers in Washington is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead design efforts profoundly impacting national security. Responsibilities include mechanical design, evaluation of systems, and development using CAD tools. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and at least 8 years of experience.

The position offers an annual salary between $150,000 and $190,000, emphasizing a collaborative environment and innovative projects. Benefits include a 401K, medical insurance, and career advancement support.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical design experience on complex systems.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Experience leading design efforts and mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design efforts from concept through final production.
• Research, design, and evaluate mechanical products and systems.
• Conduct feasibility and performance testing on components and systems.

Skills

Mechanical design

DoD Secret clearance

Leadership

Solidworks CAD/CAM

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Title

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

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.

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

$150,000 - $190,000 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

• Lead mechanical design efforts from concept through final production.
• Research, design, and evaluate mechanical products and systems to meet operational and performance requirements.
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles to develop structural components.
• Solve technical design problems and perform system-level design analyses.
• Develop mechanical and structural layouts using CAD tools.
• Conduct feasibility and performance testing on components and systems.
• Participate in design reviews and support production and integration activities.
• 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
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience performing mechanical design on complex systems.
• Experience leading design efforts and mentoring junior engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electronics packaging, including thermal and structural considerations.
• Familiarity with Space Flight hardware.
• Strong understanding of the full engineering lifecycle from concept to production.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience with Solidworks CAD/CAM tools in 3D modeling
• Experience in developing 3D models and drawings for fabrication and machining
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

KBR Benefits

• 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’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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