Title:

Senior Mission Assurance Quality Engineer

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KBR is seeking a Mission Assurance Quality Engineer to work full-time position on-site at NRL in SE Washington, DC.

The Mission Assurance Quality Engineer (MAQE) will participate on a team of engineers, design technicians, and testing staff to develop spaceflight hardware. The MAQE will help lead the spectrum of mission assurance activities required throughout the lifecycle of product development. They will also assist the Mission Assurance Manager in quality management system procedure development and supplier evaluations as required.

Responsibilities:

Support flight hardware development and testing activities through test witnessing and inspections

Participate in formal and informal technical reviews

Perform source acceptance inspections

Review and approve subcontractor plans, procedures, and design documents

Participating in Material Review Boards

Elicit root causes and corrective actions when appropriate

Provide various other quality assurance support tasks as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field

10 + years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace industry

Specialized skill sets in EEE parts engineering review and evaluation are preferred.

In lieu of formal education, at least 18 years of progressive related experience

Demonstrated experience with NASA or NRL spaceflight hardware development, or experience with NASA or NRL and knowledge and demonstrated skills in the application of Y14.5, ISO 9001-1994, ISO 9000-2000, AS9100, FEMA's, Risk Management, and statistical process techniques

Familiarity and experience with DoD and NASA standard for reliability, quality assurance, and system safety

A strong and demonstrable knowledge of requirements related to electromechanical systems; soldered assemblies, cable, crimp, and harness assemblies; dimensioning and tolerancing; measurement systems; metrology; ESD controls; non-conforming material control; identification and traceability; storage and handling; inspection systems; and fabrication of aerospace products.

Demonstrable ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting and competing priorities and multiple discipline interfaces daily (program management, engineering, quality, science, configuration management, government quality representatives, etc.)

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and strong computer skills

Experience managing suppliers including determining appropriate requirements to be flowed down; creating and reviewing Quality Assurance plans and procedures; completing on-site process and product inspections; participating in Material Review Boards, and completing document and data reviews prior to shipment

Travel is unlikely but could occur at times during the project lifecycle.

Basic Compensation

$119,800-$179,700

This salary range is for the Washington, DC area only

The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, 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.

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.

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.?

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt 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.

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.