Quality Engineer
Open in 5 locations
KBR posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the team, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Colorado
1 open- $116,000–$192,600/yr
Boulder, Colorado (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 4mo ago
Maryland
1 open- $121,200–$201,000/yr
Greenbelt, Maryland, United States (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 4mo ago
Texas
1 openHouston, Texas (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 4mo ago
Washington
1 open- $126,500–$189,800/yr
Seattle, Washington (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 4mo ago
Other locations
1 open- $108,000–$211,000/yr
Santa Ana (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 3mo ago
About the job
## Title Quality Engineer ## BELONG. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR. Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. Quality Engineer KBR is seeking Quality Engineers to support NASA programs. We are looking for both full time & part time in the Santa Ana, CA area.
These Quality Engineers will support the development and implementation of mission assurance requirements over the entire project life cycle. These Quality Engineers will also focus on supplier surveillance and inspections.
This position will monitor processes for compliance to the developer’s procedures and contractual requirements. ## Processes to be reviewed prior to use and monitored when used may include Printed Circuit Board quality assessment Workmanship including coatings Soldering ESD controls Clean room activities and controls Cable and harness fabrication Contamination control Parts and materials control Control of drawings and procedures Equipment moves (e.g. slings, cranes, and hydro sets) Hazardous operations Contractor responses to corrective action requests Build records ## Responsibilities - Ensure that flight hardware anomalies, corrective actions, and re-verifications are documented in accordance with the contractors’ non-conformance and corrective action system - Participate in production planning, review manufacturing flow plans and participate in Manufacturing and Test Readiness Reviews (MRRs and TRRs) - Examine process design and/or process qualification records, procedure review, work order review, and verifying that labs carry required certifications - Review flight hardware records and ensure all open items are identified and addressed prior to the performance of tests - Monitor contractor quality and safety controls, and participate in quality assurance activities during fabrication, integration, and tests - QAR monitoring - Support activities related to root cause corrective actions - Support processes for collecting and analyzing data that measures supplier success - Review the supplier’s CDRL documents related to quality assurance and provide recommendations - Review flight hardware records for completeness prior to integration & final acceptance testing - Perform a final instrument “buy-off” review - Complete thorough inspections - Specific experience with gas generator and mortar systems ## Education, Experience, & Skills - Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience in lieu of degree. - 4-10 + years Quality Engineering experience - Previous NASA or aerospace industry experience - GMIPS for Electronic Boards - Pre-cap inspection of hybrid microcircuits - 100% of solder joints prior to conformal coating of each flight printed wiring assembly prior to conformal coating. - 100% of conformal coatings on flight printed wiring assemblies. - Final workmanship inspection prior to box level final closure prior to integration into the next level of assembly. - Connector mates to mission hardware integrated into the spacecraft. - General workmanship quality prior to final acceptance testing - General workmanship prior to shipment - Confirm shipping packaging conforms to requirements and is adequate ## Preferred Training IPC J-STD-001xS (Soldering, Space Addendum) NASA-STD-8739.1 (Staking and Conformal Coating) NASA-STD-8739.4 or IPC/WHMA-A-620xS (Crimping, Cables & Wiring) Developer-specific ESD Control training or training traceable to ANSI/ESD S20.20 (Electrostatic Discharge) NASA-STD-8739.6 (Workmanship Implementation Standard)1 Pre-cap inspection methods derived from MIL-STD-883 Experience with harness work on NASA projects and be able to pass NASA Workmanship classes and prove expertise executing NASA Workmanship requirements Experience and/or education in lieu of these qualifications may be considered. ## Basic Compensation $108,000 - $211,000 The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
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. Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits #LI-EM2 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.
From KBR's job posting for Santa Ana, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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