Title:

SR Machinist

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

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.

Key Responsibilities:

 Under minimum supervision, the employee is responsible for planning, programming, and operating CNC machining equipment utilizing Mastercam 2025 to perform multiple machining operations to generate machine parts developed by AutoCAD, sketches, and or reverse engineering processes.Machining operations generally involve setups using appropriate machine attachments to make parts involving at times close tolerances and finish requirements.Develops programs by assigning tool paths, feed/speed rates and other cutting parameters to create part programs efficientlyImport numerical code to machine control and performs setup and operation functions to machine component. Knowledge of basic Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing. Manual machining equipment experience is preferred. (Engine Lathes, Manual Milling, Saws, Drill Presses, etc.)Working knowledge with a variety of metals and materials having different machining characteristics. Ability to design fixtures and tooling to perform machining operationsAbility to work independently as well as working closely with engineering and design staff to develop alternate solutions to the designs to allow for better manufacturability.Direct lower-level fabrication and machine shop personnel

Work Environment:

Location: Columbia, MD [On-site]Travel Requirements: No Travel requirementsWorking Hours: Standard 40 hours per week

Qualifications:

Required:

Must be able to obtain interim secret to start and maintain secret once approved 6 years of related experience as a senior-level machinistExperienced operating Hass VF series milling machinesExperienced operating Hass TL lathes

Desired:

Experienced with Mastercam or similar software programs utilized to generate CNC machine code. Mastercam 2025 experience highly desired

Basic Compensation:

$60,257-$79,622

This range is for the MD area only

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or 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.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

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.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

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.