Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

KBR • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.
Do you like solving problems, no matter how large or how complex? Our Prototype Integration Development (PID) group is offering challenging work to support our customers across multiple military fixed and rotary wing aircraft. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in providing Engineering support to the in-house mechanical production shops including drawing changes, creation of production documentation, and working with Mechanical Engineers to resolve production issues. As the PID Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer, you will collaborate with Program Managers, Design Engineers, and the Production Team to drive process improvements to improve quality and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelors in an Engineering discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a Manufacturing Engineer
• Minimum 3 years of experience using CAD software (i.e. SolidWorks, NX, AutoCAD, CATIA, etc.)
• Demonstrated understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship is required

Nice To Haves

• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical build process flows
• Current GD&T certification
• Ability to read and interpret Mechanical technical drawings
• Experience with US Military Aircraft
• Experience with CNC machining to include programming G-Code
• Experience in developing and incorporating new technologies into the manufacturing process
• Knowledge of military aircraft electrical cables
• Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Experience with evaluating parts for airworthiness and/or regulatory compliance
• Familiarity with relevant DoD industry standards and regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex concepts to diverse stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Develop Production processes
• Aid Design Engineering in drawing revisions using CAD software
• Provide engineering support to the Mechanical production floor
• Aid Quality Assurance representative in inspections of manufactured parts
• Provide Producibility input / reviews on Engineering Designs

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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees