In-Plant Engineer, SME at Kbr, Inc. in Colorado Springs, CO | USD137,200-171,400 | Kablio

Role

Description

physical testing

drawing redlines

system integration

test planning

technical liaison

process improvement

Analyzes and investigates site problem reports.
Support may include physical testing, analyzing data, and interpreting information.
Develops work instructions and plans; provide formal and informal training; monitor site and equipment operational configurations.
Interfaces with developers, manufacturers, vendors, and/or Government personnel to resolve technical and engineering problems and perform other duties as specified.
Recommends changes to improve site operations and system performance.
Prepares recommendations and solutions for specific areas in question.
Submits redlines to the existing Plant-In-Place (PIP) drawings, as needed, for each of the WSOCs, RSSCs, ADF DNOC, RMCEs, 53 SOPS HQ.
Identifies, plans, and accomplishes training instruction needed to ensure engineering support personnel stay current and obtain certifications needed to provide required services.
Provides information to the Post Production Software Support/Post Development Software Support (PPSS/PDSS) organizations or other equipment manufacturers as needed to help them develop installation plans and procedures.
Guides and coordinates contract performance in various technical areas sites.
Prepares assessments, systems implementation plans, systems integrations and system test and evaluation plans and procedures.

Requirements

cybersecurity

satcom

dod 8140

ba/bs

top secret

8+ years

Advanced understanding and ability to troubleshoot cybersecurity, IT, and WSOMS control subsystems; and Wideband SATCOM and commercial satellites support.
Normal hours of operation (0730–1630 hours).
Requires DoD 8140 (DoD 8570) Cybersecurity certification. IAT II or higher, CySA+, or Security+ (or equivalent), or higher.
Exhibits exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in SATCOM operations and maintenance.
BA/BS degree and 8+ years of experience, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
Active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI is required.
US Citizen.
May require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, expect approximately 10%.
Able to troubleshoot and resolve problems independently and in high pressure situations.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills; able to communicate and brief complex concepts at all levels.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1901

Century-long legacy

The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.

S&P 400 Rank

Selective public index membership

Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.

Multi-billion USD

Annual revenue scale

Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.

Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Culture + Values

We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.

Environment + Sustainability

Carbon Neutrality in 2019

Achievement

The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.

Net-Zero by 2030

Target

The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.

AAA ESG Rating

Recognition

Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.

America’s Climate Leaders

Recognition

The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.

Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).

Inclusion & Diversity

33% board female

Gender Diversity on Board

Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.

33% female leadership

Leadership Team Diversity

Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.

Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn

Role

Description

physical testing

drawing redlines

system integration

test planning

technical liaison

process improvement

Analyzes and investigates site problem reports.
Support may include physical testing, analyzing data, and interpreting information.
Develops work instructions and plans; provide formal and informal training; monitor site and equipment operational configurations.
Interfaces with developers, manufacturers, vendors, and/or Government personnel to resolve technical and engineering problems and perform other duties as specified.
Recommends changes to improve site operations and system performance.
Prepares recommendations and solutions for specific areas in question.
Submits redlines to the existing Plant-In-Place (PIP) drawings, as needed, for each of the WSOCs, RSSCs, ADF DNOC, RMCEs, 53 SOPS HQ.
Identifies, plans, and accomplishes training instruction needed to ensure engineering support personnel stay current and obtain certifications needed to provide required services.
Provides information to the Post Production Software Support/Post Development Software Support (PPSS/PDSS) organizations or other equipment manufacturers as needed to help them develop installation plans and procedures.
Guides and coordinates contract performance in various technical areas sites.
Prepares assessments, systems implementation plans, systems integrations and system test and evaluation plans and procedures.

Requirements

cybersecurity

satcom

dod 8140

ba/bs

top secret

8+ years

Advanced understanding and ability to troubleshoot cybersecurity, IT, and WSOMS control subsystems; and Wideband SATCOM and commercial satellites support.
Normal hours of operation (0730–1630 hours).
Requires DoD 8140 (DoD 8570) Cybersecurity certification. IAT II or higher, CySA+, or Security+ (or equivalent), or higher.
Exhibits exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in SATCOM operations and maintenance.
BA/BS degree and 8+ years of experience, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
Active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI is required.
US Citizen.
May require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, expect approximately 10%.
Able to troubleshoot and resolve problems independently and in high pressure situations.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills; able to communicate and brief complex concepts at all levels.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1901

Century-long legacy

The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.

S&P 400 Rank

Selective public index membership

Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.

Multi-billion USD

Annual revenue scale

Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.

Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Culture + Values

We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.

Environment + Sustainability

Carbon Neutrality in 2019

Achievement

The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.

Net-Zero by 2030

Target

The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.

AAA ESG Rating

Recognition

Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.

America’s Climate Leaders

Recognition

The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.

Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).

Inclusion & Diversity

33% board female

Gender Diversity on Board

Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.

33% female leadership

Leadership Team Diversity

Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.

Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn