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Harness Assembly Technician

KBR · Laurel, Maryland

Title:

Harness Assembly Technician

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KBR is looking for a Harness Assembly Technician to fabricate, assemble, and test flight and ground support equipment harnessing for numerous applications based on written documentation and workmanship standards at Applied Science Laboratory.

The Harness Assembly Technician will use schematic drawings, wire lists, and written procedures to build cable assemblies from individual parts and components and perform verification testing of completed assemblies.

The primary responsibility will be Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and spacecraft flight harness assembly, including reading and understanding harness schematics, executing operational steps of a Work Order Traveler, and determining routing based on drawing, wiring mock-up, or chassis/rack layout.

Job Description:

Ground support equipment (GSE) and spacecraft flight harness assembly, including: reading and understanding harness schematics, executing operational steps of a Work Order Traveler, and determining routing based on drawing, wiring mock-up, or chassis/rack layout.

Responsibilities:

  • Support spacecraft integration and test efforts in an ESD and clean room environment
  • Component integrations, testing, and flight close-outs
  • Support GSE chassis/rack assembly and testing
  • Miscellaneous harness activities e.g., bonding, GSE assembly support, flight hardware cleanliness, magnetic cleanliness, etc.

***Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident ***

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

  • High School Degree or equivalent
  • 8 years of experience in harness fabrication, testing, installation, mechanical assembly, or flight close-outs
  • Knowledge of conventional test equipment (digital multi-meters)
  • Ability to solve typical harness assembly problems with minimal supervision, and complete tasks to the quality standard required
  • Familiarity with the use of wiring tools
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Knowledge of harness quality and verification procedures

Preferred Experience & Skills:

Previous work in an AS9100-compliant environment

IPC J-STD-001 and/or NASA 8739.4 Crimp, Cable, Harnessing certification

Ability to work on and around critical hardware and systems such as spacecraft, aircraft, etc.

Experience with electronic drawing configuration management tools

Basic Compensation:

Jobs on this contract range from $88,500-$132,800.00.  Pay range is specific to the Laurel Maryland area.

The offered rate will be based on the position, contract affordability, the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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 | KBR 

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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.

Trades pay context

Based on 1,163 disclosed Trades salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $73K/year, with most offers between $58K and $88K (10th–90th percentile: $51K–$112K).

KBR ranks among the higher-paying employers for this role, at a $111K median across 4 disclosed postings.

This posting lists $89K–$133K, above the $73K market median.

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