Welder

KBR, Inc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc is seeking an experienced Welder to join its National Security Solutions team in Virginia. This position involves using advanced welding techniques to contribute to critical national security projects. The role offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative environment, focusing on innovative and impactful work that shapes the future of defense systems. Candidates should possess a strong attention to detail, adaptability to changing conditions, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience as a welder.
• Experienced with TIG, MIG, and MMA welding.
• Knowledge of safety standards and willing to use protective gear.

Responsibilities

• Use hand-welding equipment to weld or join metal components.
• Read blueprints and take measurements for layout.
• Implement quality control measures to maintain standards.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Decision-Making Ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in Welding

Tools

Welding Equipment (TIG, MIG, MMA)

Job description

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.

What You’ll Do

As a Welder, you will:

Use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.

Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.

Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.

Set up components for welding according to specifications.

Maintain Quality Control: Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure that all installations and repairs meet or exceed the set standards.

Facilitate Team Communication: Ensure clear and consistent communication within the team and with other project stakeholders to keep everyone informed and aligned on project goals and updates.

Other duties as required

• This role will be located in Chantilly, VA , and will be expected to travel between our facilities in Chantilly and Springfield, VA. This position is expected to be onsite 100%.

Qualifications:

5+ years of proven experience as a welder.

Experienced with a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MIG, MMA, etc.).

Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves, etc.).

Certification in welding from an accredited institution.

High School Diploma or GED: Required as a basic educational foundation.

Attention to Detail: Precision and attention to detail to ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance with safety standards.

Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing conditions, technologies, and requirements.

Decision-Making Ability: Strong decision-making skills to resolve issues quickly and effectively under pressure.

Clearance: Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility required. Willingness to take a polygraph and upgrade clearance as required.

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