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KBR, Inc.

Sr. Optical Designer /Analyst

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$142K - $214K/yr

... instrument. Senior Optical Engineer will be located onsite, at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center ... Provide system level analysis in support of optical instruments and experiment design, calibration ...

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Aero Mechanical TFA III

$86K - $144K/yr

... contractual requirements. Will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to ... calibration after installation * Respond to requests for emergency repairs and services to ...

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Lead P&C Field Services Technician

Freeport, ME · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

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Lead P&C Technician Field Services

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

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Lead P&C Technician Field Services

Vancouver, WA · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

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Lead P&C Field Services Technician

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

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Lead P&C Technician Field Services

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

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Lead P&C Field Services Technician

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

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Lead P&C Technician Field Services

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

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Lead P&C Field Services Technician

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

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Lead P&C Technician Field Services

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

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Lead P&C Technician Field Services

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

WSP

Lead P&C Field Services Technician

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

WSP

Lead P&C Field Services Technician

Freeport, ME · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

WSP

Lead P&C Technician Field Services

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$70 - $85/hr

... contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts * Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and ... Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed * Act as a primary field ...

FieldCore

Aero Controls TFA III

$86K - $144K/yr

... contractual requirements. Will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to ... calibration after installation * Respond to requests for emergency repairs and services to ...

FieldCore

Aero Mechanical TFA III

$86K - $144K/yr

... contractual requirements. Will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to ... calibration after installation * Respond to requests for emergency repairs and services to ...

FieldCore

Aero Controls TFA III

$86K - $144K/yr

... contractual requirements. Will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to ... calibration after installation * Respond to requests for emergency repairs and services to ...

FieldCore

Aero Mechanical TFA III

$86K - $144K/yr

... contractual requirements. Will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to ... calibration after installation * Respond to requests for emergency repairs and services to ...

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How much do contractual instrument calibration jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for contractual instrument calibration in the United States is $24.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Instrument Calibration vs Instrument Technician?

AspectContractual Instrument CalibrationInstrument Technician
CredentialsCalibration certifications, technical trainingTechnical diploma or certification, calibration knowledge
Work EnvironmentCalibration labs, client sitesManufacturing plants, maintenance facilities
Employer & Industry UsageCalibration service providers, manufacturing, aerospaceManufacturers, maintenance companies, industrial plants

Contractual Instrument Calibration involves providing calibration services on a contractual basis, often remotely or at client sites, focusing on maintaining measurement accuracy. Instrument Technicians perform hands-on calibration, repair, and maintenance of instruments within facilities. While both roles require calibration knowledge and certifications, Contractual Instrument Calibration emphasizes service delivery and compliance, whereas Instrument Technicians focus on direct instrument handling and troubleshooting.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Instrument Calibration job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,042 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Sr. Optical Designer /Analyst

KBR, Inc.

Greenbelt, MD • On-site

$142K - $214K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

142nd of 451 rated engineering

Job description

Title:
Sr. Optical Designer /Analyst
Position Summary
KBR is looking for a Senior Level Optical or electro-optical Designer / Analyst who will work with other optical engineers in design, analysis, and test of complex aerospace optical systems. Work on projects from inception at the concept development stage to completion at the product space flight qualification stage and perform optical design and analysis of optical, opto-mechanical, and electro-optical elements, subsystems, and systems that comprise an optical instrument. Senior Optical Engineer will be located onsite, at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.
**MUST be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident***
Responsibilities:
  • Provide system level analysis in support of optical instruments and experiment design, calibration, and verification
  • Develop or evaluate error budgets and perform tolerance studies, design requirements and interface documents for instrument optics and optical systems
  • Develop assembly and test procedures and support all levels of optical subsystem integration and tests
  • Provide guidance on materials selection, given the optical requirements and the expected on-orbit environment
  • Support trade studies and recommend system architecture and design approach
  • Conduct analysis and evaluation of a design concept to produce realistic assessment of development and manufacturing risks. Develop strategies for mitigating risks
  • Work with other engineers, technicians, manufacturing, and quality engineers in a team environment
  • Prepare and deliver technical presentations and support project level reviews
  • Write test procedures, plans & reports as necessary

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Experience in optical design of spaceflight instruments, optical analysis for tolerancing, and optical materials selection for spaceflight instruments and related systems
  • Master's Degree or higher in Optical Engineering, or related field
  • 10-15 + years of experience as an aerospace electro-optical or optical design engineer
  • Background in geometrical and physical optics
  • Optical / geometrical portion of structural-thermal-optical performance (STOP) analysis
  • Component modeling, like diffractive optics (e.g., gratings)
  • Physical optics modeling of system performance (e.g., point spread function generation)
  • Broad familiarity with optical instrumentation for scientific applications
  • Ability to lead the development of design concepts for optic handling equipment and support development of test support equipment & to perform system trade studies, system optimization, tolerance and performance analysis
  • Familiarity with optics fabrication and testing methods
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Solid understanding of the NASA flight hardware development process and methodology is strongly desired
  • Fred software in performing stray light analysis
  • Optical metrology and interferometry
  • Optical coating design, process and inspection and optical components cleaning methods
  • Previous use of laser trackers, theodolites, or photogrammetry for making precision alignments
  • Knowledge of detectors, detector systems, fiber optics and the design and development of laser systems

Basic Compensation:
Jobs on this contract range from$142,800.00 - $214,200.00 Pay range is specific to the Goddard, MD 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.
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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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At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998

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