KBR, Inc

Quality & Reliability Engineer

KBR, Inc$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizen with eligibility for Secret Security Clearance; active clearance preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution required.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated interest in relevant engineering disciplines via coursework or work experience.
  • Ability to analyze technical data and identify reliability trends.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct field assessments and collect data to ensure compliance with performance requirements.
  • Analyze field surveillance data, providing reports on findings and recommendations.
  • Assist with troubleshooting technical issues during field and facility operations.
  • Ensure all technical documentation is accurate and compliant with standards.
  • Support development of engineering solutions to enhance surveillance capabilities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers and technical staff.
  • Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards during field activities.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Engagement in cutting-edge defense and aerospace projects.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Contribution to mission readiness and customer confidence.
  • Participation in continuous improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Title:
Quality & Reliability Engineer

Job Summary

The Quality and Reliability Engineer serves as a key technical contributor responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing field surveillance, quality assurance, and reliability engineering activities in support of government and defense programs. This role analyzes system performance data, identifies reliability trends, and develops recommendations to improve product performance, durability, and operational effectiveness. Working closely with engineering, logistics, program management, and customer stakeholders, the engineer provides technical guidance and innovative solutions to address quality and reliability challenges throughout the product lifecycle. The position also supports compliance with applicable military, contractual, and industry standards while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance mission readiness and customer confidence.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Conduct field assessments and data collection to ensure performance and compliance with requirements.
  • Analyze field surveillance data and provide detailed reports on findings and recommendations.
  • Assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving technical issues that arise during field and facility operations.
  • Ensure all technical documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with program standards and requirements.
  • Support the development of engineering solutions to enhance surveillance capabilities.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including technical experts, project managers, and operational staff.
  • Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards during field activities.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.


Basic Qualifications
  • U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance; active Secret Security Clearance preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution is required.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a team-oriented environment.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences, including engineers, military personnel, government customers, and program stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated interest in Quality, Reliability, Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related engineering disciplines through academic coursework, internships, co-op experience, research projects, or relevant work experience.
  • Ability to analyze technical data, identify trends, and support engineering investigations to improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Internship, co-op, research, or project experience related to quality engineering, reliability engineering, systems engineering, aerospace, missile defense, or defense programs.
  • Familiarity with PATRIOT, Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) systems, or other complex military systems through coursework, military service, internships, or related experience.
  • Experience performing data analysis or using engineering tools to evaluate system performance and reliability.
  • Knowledge of engineering standards, root cause analysis, statistical methods, or continuous improvement principles.

About KBR, Inc

KBR, Inc is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides services to customers in the energy, chemical, and government sectors, among others. KBR has a global presence, with operations in over 40 countries. The company was founded in 1901 as M.W. Kellogg Company and has undergone several name changes and mergers since then. KBR is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers while also being a responsible corporate citizen.
Learn more about KBR, Inc
Size
28,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$72 million
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
NASDAQ

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