Title:
Aerospace Materials and Processes Engineering Manager

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Position Summary:

KBR is seeking an Aerospace Materials and Processes Engineering Manager to support our SPACE SUIT DESIGN TEAM for KBR's Science and Space division.

The Aerospace Materials and Processes (M&P) Engineering Manager will be responsible to lead a multidisciplinary team focused on the development, qualification, and support of materials and manufacturing processes for aerospace applications. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in aerospace materials, a passion for innovation, and a strong leadership background to guide the team through complex projects supporting design, production, and sustainment efforts.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Technical management experience
• System development lifecycle knowledge/experience
• Knowledge of engineering standards and specifications, as well as engineering drawing standards, and specifications
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as the ability to operate with situational awareness, and to be diplomatic in critical situations
• The ability to demonstrate leadership experience on projects, technical and otherwise
• The ability to demonstrate project monitoring and resource prioritization
• The ability to interact across organizations and all levels of personnel
• The ability to train others on materials, manufacturing procedures, product specifications and properties, and testing
• Candidate must be effective at handling multiple tasks, flexible, and can respond quickly to changes, as well as the ability to manage manpower, priorities, and customer requirements
• Candidate must have the ability to tactfully handle customer(s) (internal and external), as well as personnel issues
• Candidate must be able to handle/control sensitive data (personnel, company, etc.)
• Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment and work assignments.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of aerospace materials (metals, polymers, composites, coatings) and manufacturing processes (heat treatment, welding, bonding, surface treatments, etc.).
• Familiarity with aerospace quality systems, materials testing standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and experience with failure analysis techniques (e.g., FMEA, DFMEA, root cause analysis).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management abilities.
  • Technical management experience
  • System development lifecycle knowledge/experience
  • Knowledge of engineering standards and specifications, as well as engineering drawing standards, and specifications
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as the ability to operate with situational awareness, and to be diplomatic in critical situations

Education: Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Years of Experience: 8+ years of experience in aerospace materials and processes engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Master's or PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with spacesuit architecture
• Familiarity with aerospace quality assurance and procurement systems

Experience working with aerospace project lifecycles

STANDARD KBR REQUIREMENTS:

All of KBR's employees must be team players, able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, able to follow safety and quality policies, able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives. In addition, they must also be organized, with good time management skills.

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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