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Machinist

KBR Careers
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026
Title

Machinist

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

  • Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Description

The Machinist shall setup/operate CNC Vertical Machining Centers and manual shop equipment to manufacture mechanical prototypes and machine components from engineering CAD drawings and sketches. The machinist shall work in various materials to include metal, wood, plastics, nylon, composites, and others. The Machinist must work with minimum supervision

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate CNC Vertical Machining Centers by utilizing set up sheets, tooling lists, and load programs.
  • Interpret complex blueprints, GD&T specifications, and engineering drawings to produce precision parts.
  • Works from prints, complex drawings, sketches, or samples to accomplish layout and plan for sequential machine operations.
  • Works with a variety of metals and materials that have complex machining characteristics.
  • Operates various hand and power tools to perform fabrication processes to include band saws, drill presses, mechanical shears, and punches.
  • Write programs using Mastercam from blueprints and drawings to develop numerical code to operate CNC machinery assigning tool paths, feed rates and other cutting parameters. Import numerical code to machines and perform setup and operation function to machine components.
  • May work independently from drawings, applying technical knowledge to develop and machine components.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
  • Support prototype development and low-volume production runs.

Work Environment

  • Location: On-site
  • Travel Requirements: Minimal
  • Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications

  • Must be able to obtain an interim secret clearance to start and maintain once approved
  • Experienced in operating Hass VF series milling machines
  • Experienced in operating Hass TL lathes

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate degree or technical certification in machining or manufacturing technology.
  • Experience with CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam).
  • Prior experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing environments.

Basic Compensation

$60,000 - $75,000 USD annually

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, and in consideration of internal parity

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.

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