TACOM (WVA): Project Engineer (Contingency)

Trinzic; City of Watervliet (NY); On-site; USD 129,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Project Engineer (Contingency) to provide engineering and technical support for TACOM (WVA) maintenance, modernization, and sustainment activities. The role emphasizes planning, coordinating, and executing tasks to keep systems Fully Mission Capable, with focus on process improvements and regulatory compliance.

This contingent position requires collaboration across maintenance, production, and logistics, with travel between sites as needed and potential shift or weekend work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years in engineering/maintenance/sustainment within DoD/government/industrial environments.
• Able to read/interprete technical manuals, drawings, and specs.
• Experience with project coordination and scheduling; strong problem-solving.
• Knowledge of maintenance/sustainment operations and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain/maintain U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects in maintenance/modernization/sustainment.
• Provide technical guidance for troubleshooting complex equipment/systems.
• Review technical manuals, drawings, specs; ensure compliance with standards.
• Support development/implementation of engineering solutions to improve performance.
• Coordinate with maintenance, production, logistics for project execution.
• Monitor schedules, milestones, deliverables for on-time completion.

Skills

Project coordination

Scheduling

Technical problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Title:

TACOM (WVA): Project Engineer (Contingency)

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Program Summary

The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Army's mission to develop, acquire, field, and sustain ground combat, tactical, and support systems throughout their lifecycle. The program focuses on ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and safety of automotive and ground support equipment critical to Army operations.Under this contract, personnel provide maintenance, repair, overhaul, and sustainment support in accordance with Army technical manuals, safety standards, and performance requirements.

Job Summary

The Project Engineer provides engineering and technical support for maintenance, modernization, and sustainment activities in support of TACOM operations. The engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing engineering-related tasks to ensure projects are completed within scope, schedule, and performance requirements. This role supports process improvements, technical problem resolution, and compliance with applicable standards to maintain equipment in a Fully Mission Capable (FMC) status. This position is contingent upon award

Roles and Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects in support of maintenance, repair, and modernization efforts
• Provide technical guidance and engineering support for troubleshooting and resolving complex equipment and system issues
• Review and interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Support development and implementation of engineering solutions to improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Coordinate with maintenance, production, and logistics personnel to support project execution and operational requirements
• Monitor project schedules, milestones, and deliverables to ensure timely completion in accordance with PWS requirements
• Ensure compliance with applicable Army regulations, engineering standards, and quality requirements
• Support configuration management and engineering change processes
• Prepare technical reports, analyses, and documentation to support project requirements and decision-making
• Participate in inspections, audits, and readiness evaluations to ensure compliance with contract and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) standards

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
• Typically 3-5 years of experience in engineering, maintenance, or sustainment support within a DoD, government, or industrial environment
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical manuals, engineering drawings, and specifications
• Experience with project coordination, scheduling, and technical problem-solving
• Knowledge of maintenance and sustainment operations, including troubleshooting and repair processes
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to perform work in physically demanding environments
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programs
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification
• Familiarity with configuration management, engineering change processes, and lifecycle sustainment
• Experience with Army systems, reporting tools, or maintenance management systems (e.g., GCSS-Army)
• Experience supporting government inspections, audits, and compliance programs
• Prior government contracting experience

Additional Information

This position will be performed in office, maintenance facilities, depots, and field environments that require a combination of desk-based project work and hands-on system evaluation. Duties may involve travel between work sites in support of implementation activities. Employees may also be required to work shifts, overtime, or weekend support based on mission needs.

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.

The salary range for this position is $128,800 - $193,200. Compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, work location, and business considerations. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Additional compensation and benefits may be available based on role eligibility.

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.