Thermal Technician

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.

KBR is seeking a highly skilled, detail‑oriented, hands‑on professional who thrives on clear direction and collaborative teamwork. As a member of our team, you will deepen your existing expertise while acquiring new, independent‑work skills, designing, fabricating, installing, and testing thermal systems for valuable, one‑of‑a‑kind spacecraft hardware. You’ll join a driven group of engineers, scientists, and technical staff who share a passion for our unique products and services, which we deliver to sponsors and U.S. government agencies.

As Spacecraft Thermal Technician you will...

• →Fabricate, modify, repair, and install thermal insulation systems including multi-layer insulation (MLI) blankets and foam components for spacecraft hardware.
• →Perform precision sewing, patterning, cutting, and assembly of spacecraft thermal insulation systems in accordance with engineering drawings and workmanship standards.
• →Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, and fabrication procedures to produce flight-quality hardware.
• →Apply thermal protection materials including foam tiles, facesheets, tapes, and insulation systems while maintaining strict workmanship standards.
• →Support spacecraft mechanical installation, integration, and test activities by working closely with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel.
• →Perform hardware installation and processing in cleanroom environments while adhering to contamination control requirements.
• →Operate specialized fabrication equipment and software used in the production of thermal components.
• →Identify fabrication, tooling, or process issues and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to implement solutions.
• →Coordinate work across multiple manufacturing areas to support efficient production flow, documentation, and schedule execution.
• →Maintain compliance with aerospace safety requirements, including ESD, cleanroom, chemical handling, high-voltage, and quality standard

• Associate's degree and two (2) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with aerospace hardware, textiles, sewing, upholstery, composites, manufacturing, fabrication, mechanical assembly, or other highly detailed precision work.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, procedures, and work instructions.

• Hands-on experience in sewing, upholstery, textiles, composites, aerospace fabrication, soft goods manufacturing, or other precision craftsmanship environments.
• Demonstrated ability to fabricate and assemble components requiring exceptional attention to detail and workmanship.

• Ability to support work in laboratory, manufacturing, cleanroom, or test environments.
• Willingness and ability to travel to launch sites, test facilities, and customer locations as required.