Mechanical Engineer II
Kbr· Defense· Sep 21, 2026 · 1mo ago
Midwest City, Oklahoma
In office
Full-time
Mid
$114K–$160K est.
Job description
Title:
Mechanical Engineer II
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.
Program Summary
KBR is looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team within the National Security Solutions organization, supporting the sustainment engineering efforts of the Air Force and other DoD customers across multiple programs. We solve obsolescence issues by providing engineering expertise in the following areas: reverse engineering, design engineering, prototyping, additive manufacturing, technology insertion, nondestructive inspection, test plan development and execution, allowing our customers to keep legacy systems in operation during the later stages of their lifespans.
Job Summary
This position will support our Tinker AFB customers allowing systems such as the B-52, B-1, KC-135 and others to remain operational. With increasing experience, the employee will be responsible for increasingly complex modifications and modernizations to these aging systems. Engineering expertise should include the ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering methods, techniques, and criteria to a variety of complex technical problems. This includes interpreting project requirements, conducting detailed analyses, and developing practical, efficient solutions in alignment with industry best practices and organizational goals.
Roles and Responsibilities
Develop detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks, ensuring compliance with both industry standards and internal company design guidelines.
Perform reverse engineering of obsolete airborne and ground-based systems to support system sustainment, upgrades, or replacement efforts.
Troubleshoot mechanical or electromechanical systems using root cause analysis tools and methodologies.
Write and review technical documentation relating to users, systems, standards, processes, operations, products, and services.
Collaborate with project management, manufacturing, and engineering teams to support project planning, scheduling, and milestone tracking.
Work in lab spaces to facilitate or support fabrication, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of mechanical products.
Roles and responsibilities will vary based on candidate’s experience.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or similar degree) from an ABET accredited school
US Citizen
Ability to obtain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a related field.
Engineer in Training Certificate or Licensed Professional Engineer
Proficient with SolidWorks and GD&T application
Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler
Experience with ANSYS or other Finite Element Analysis software
Experience with military standards and processes
Skilled at written and oral communication
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
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 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.
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