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Sr Engineering Documentation Specialist

KBR logoKBR$102,700–$168,000/yrGreenbelt, Maryland, United States of AmericaFull timePosted 3mo ago

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## Title Sr Engineering Documentation Specialist ## 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. ## Sr Engineering Documentation Specialist KBR is looking for an Engineering Documentation Specialist to support the design, development, testing, and deployment of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center’s (GSFC) next generation satellite laser ranging system, the Space Geodesy Satellite Laser Ranging (SGSLR) system. https://space-geodesy.nasa.gov/NSGN/SGSLR.html ## Responsibilities - Work alongside engineers to create technical design, operations, maintenance, & drawing documents for existing and future systems - Create new and update any legacy documents already developed - Use engineering documentation, operator and maintenance manuals, logistics data, and direction from engineers to create, write, revise, standardize, edit, review, and finalize documents - Research, develop, and/or update content for printed manuals, Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), I-types, and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) documents, illustrations, and parts breakdown manuals - Gather and research technical information, including engineering and development information, for use in documentation activities, prepare draft material for internal review by subject matter experts and final review by customer - Lead, Coach and Mentor Junior Technical Writing Staff - Must exhibit flexibility of work hours to adjust to surge situations based on critical mission requirements - Travel may be required to support projects; this may involve airline travel ## Required Education, Experience, & Skills - Bachelor’s degree in related field - 8 + years of engineering related technical writing experience - In lieu of formal education, equivalent related experience is accepted.

Specific contract requirements regarding education and experience will prevail. - Ability to read & edit engineering drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematics - Proven ability to prepare draft material for internal review by subject matter experts and final review by customer - Must be flexible and have the ability to adapt to new information and programs - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Previous experience researching, reviewing and understanding technical information as well as developing procedural information for technical documentation - Previous experience with video training and capturing images with a camera, photo manipulation - Working knowledge and experience with space, engineering support, or IT related projects - Proficient in Microsoft office suite, Visio & Adobe Acrobat Pro ## Preferred Experience & Skills - CAD products, including but not limited to AutoCad & SolidWorks - Experience working with NASA technical documents related to technical manual development, delivery, and integrated logistics support ## Basic Compensation $102,700 - $168,000 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, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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