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Production Engineer
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A Production Engineer combines knowledge of manufacturing technology and engineering sciences with management theory. Designs the production steps, defines and monitors resources needed, and evaluates efficiency of the overall process.
$86,342 / year median in Alabama
+4% projected growth
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Production Engineer Program Summary KBR's Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide. Job Summary A Production Engineer opportunity for the Search, Track Acquire, Radiate, Eliminate (STARE) Project Office. As a Defense Systems Production Engineer, you will serve as a critical technical authority regarding the manufacturability, quality, and configuration of advanced defense systems. This role requires a rigorous focus on technical data validation, factory floor execution, and strict adherence to military standards to ensure the continuous and secure delivery of mission-critical hardware, software, and firmware. Duties & Responsibilities Technical Data & Requirements- Review and approve Technical Data Packages (TDPs).
- Read, interpret, and validate engineering drawings, MIL-STDs, and specifications.
- Ensure end-to-end requirements traceability across the product lifecycle. Configuration Management (CM)
- Lead Configuration Management efforts across hardware, software, and firmware.
- Actively participate in and guide Configuration Control Boards (CCBs).
- Execute rigorous Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) to maintain system integrity. Quality & Manufacturing Oversight
- Conduct comprehensive factory floor audits.
- Oversee quality control processes and perform technical validations to ensure manufacturing baselines are met. Industrial Base & Supply Chain
- Analyze defense manufacturing capabilities and industrial base issues.
- Implement and monitor Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) protocols to protect production continuity.