Structural Test Technician

KBR, Inc; Greenbelt, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Greenbelt, MD is seeking a Structural Test Technician to support NASA flight projects, operating test facilities and instrumentation for vibration, acoustic and static tests.

You will install accelerometers, strain gauges and transducers, process data into reports, and assist with facility setup and documentation in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Direct experience performing Structural Testing.
• Proficiency Windows OS and Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Familiarity with hand tools & electrical & mechanical principles.
• Familiarity with mechanical drawings.
• Ability to learn new technologies and interpret test data.

Responsibilities

• Support Vibration, Strength and Acoustic testing of space flight hardware by operating control systems interfacing with facilities and measurement transducers.
• Set up NASA test facilities supporting static load, acoustic, vibration, centrifuge, and modal testing using manlifts, forklifts and cranes.
• Using mills and lathes to modify facilities parts.
• Install accelerometers and strain gages on spacecraft subsystems and structures.
• Connect transducers such as accelerometers, LVDT’s, force gages, strain gages and load cells to the appropriate signal conditioners and data acquisition systems.
• Process the collected data and convert to spreadsheets and .pdf files.
• Operate Man-lifts, Cranes and fork-lifts (training will be provided).

Skills

Structural testing

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Mechanical drawings

Instrumentation installation

Tools

M+P vibration software

Mills and Lathes

Crane/Forklift operation

LVDT/Strain gauge installation

Job description

Title: Structural Test Technician 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.

Structural Test Technician Working with NASA flight projects and under the directions of Structural Test engineers, a Structural Test technician operations vibration, acoustic and Strength test facilities to test NASA hardware. Structural Test technicians are involved in all aspects of test facility set-up, machining and flight hardware instrumentation. The Test technicians follow detailed procedures and prepare test documentation. Extensive computer interaction is required for all aspects of testing.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support Vibration, Strength and Acoustic testing of space flight hardware by operating control systems interfacing with facilities and measurement transducers
• Set up NASA test facilities supporting static load, acoustic, vibration, centrifuge, and modal testing using manlifts, forklifts and cranes
• Using mills and lathes to modify facilities parts
• Install accelerometers and strain gages on spacecraft subsystems and structures
• Connect transducers such as accelerometers, LVDT’s, force gages, strain gages and load cells to the appropriate signal conditioners and data acquisition systems
• Process the collected data and convert to spreadsheets and .pdf files
• Housekeeping immediate work areas and overall test facilities
• Operate Man-lifts. Cranes and fork-lifts (training will be provided)

Work Environment

• Work with other personnel in a group that is Team Oriented
• Support less experienced technicians with technical advice and training
• Work in clean rooms
• Must be capable of working from ladders, scaffolding, catwalks and manlifts
• Must be able to use the proper PPE as required by work activities

Basic Qualifications

• Direct experience performing Structural Testing
• Proficiency Windows OS and Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Familiarity with hand tools & electrical & mechanical principles
• Familiarity with mechanical drawings
• Ability to learn new technologies.
• Distinguish color for 8 color display while monitoring testing data
• Adhere to policies and procedures at all levels of the test environment

Preferred Knowledge

• Experience operating vibration and acoustic test control software such as M+P
• Machining skills on mills, heavy drills and lathes
• Familiarity using computer interface to operate mechanical and electrical equipment
• Knowledge of basic electrical and electronic circuits
• Ability to install instrumentation including, but not limited to accelerometers, LVDT’s and Strain Gauges
• Experience with Crane, Man-Lifts and Forklifts

Logistics

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No

Salary and Compensation

Basic Compensation: Jobs on this contract range from $73,200.00 – 109,800 Pay range is specific to the Greenbelt, MD area. 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.

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.

• 401K plan with company match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• AD&D
• flexible spending account
• disability
• paid time off
• flexible work schedule

We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Company Culture & Values

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.