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Senior Design Engineer

United StatesUnited States·Webster Grovessenior
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Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, handle implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems using applied engineering principles, including solid and fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.

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Senior Design Engineer

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.

The Senior Design Engineer will be part of the team that supports the Space Suit Division at KBR. The candidate will work on a collaborative team developing, building and maintaining Space Suits and supporting equipment for low Earth orbit and beyond. 

Responsibilities

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  • →Design, develop, test, handle implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems using applied engineering principles, including solid and fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
  • →Perform engineering design evaluations.
  • →Perform dimensional tolerance analysis and functional analyses.
  • →Procure, assemble, and test advanced prototypes to inform design decisions, refinements, and to demonstrate performance.
  • →Prepare and present designs at various design reviews using MS Word and PowerPoint.
  • →Produce other required design documentation.
  • →Assist in the development of requirements for hardware.
  • →Ensure designs satisfy requirements and demonstrate performance in a thorough verification and validation program.
  • →Perform trade studies for technology development.
  • →Analyze data and make recommendations for improvement.
  • →Understand nominal and off-nominal operations for a technical system and its interaction(s) with other systems.
  • →Manage multiple issues at one time and develop an integrated solution.
  • →Work with fabrication and manufacturing departments to ensure final design is properly executed in the creation of mechanical products.
  • →Be agile and willing to assist in all areas of the development process to meet project milestones.

Requirements

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  • Hands-on familiarity with production grade manufacturing equipment.
  • Experience using established engineering principles in the design and development of life critical components for use in extreme environments.
  • Experience with qualification and acceptance testing.

What We Offer

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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 New | KBR 

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.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Webster Groves, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

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October 5, 2026
Last seen
October 5, 2026

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Senior Design Engineer