Machine Shop Helper Jobs in Windsor Locks, CT (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary

KBR is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with expertise in machining and precision parts manufacturing to support production operations in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment. The successful candidate will serve as the critical link between engineering design and shop-floor execution, ensuring detail parts, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies are manufactured in accordance with engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements. This role requires strong experience in precision machining, dimensional analysis, GD&T interpretation, and manufacturing process optimization while partnering closely with Quality and Production teams to drive product conformity, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

This position is in Middletown, Connecticut.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing routings to optimize machining processes and production workflows.

• Evaluate detail parts, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering requirements and customer flow-down specifications.

• Troubleshoot dimensional non-conformances and manufacturing issues related to flatness, parallelism, perpendicularity, true position, and other critical characteristics.

• Review and interpret measurement data obtained from calipers, micrometers, height gauges, visual comparators, and other metrology equipment.

• Assess manufacturing process capability and identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.

• Audit surface roughness, hardness testing results, and functional gaging setups to ensure product quality and process integrity.

• Collaborate with Quality Engineers to validate dimensional compliance and support First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements.

• Ensure manufacturing outputs align with engineering intent and technical documentation.

• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for quality and production-related issues.

• Interface with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing performance and product quality.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline preferred.

• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience within a precision machining, aerospace, or high-tolerance manufacturing environment.

• Strong ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.

• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and application.

• Hands-on experience with machine shop metrology tools and inspection equipment.

• Ability to analyze dimensional data and resolve manufacturing and quality issues.

• Experience supporting production floor operations and manufacturing process improvements.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

• Ability to successfully complete client-required technical interviews and evaluations.

• Must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced training, certification, or demonstrated expertise in GD&T.

• Working knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality management systems.

• Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements and documentation.

• Experience working in aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge of J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 industry standards.

• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.

Salary Range: $82,500 - $92,500 annually. Compensation may vary based on experience, education, skills, and other factors permitted by applicable law. Initially, this is a 6 month assignment with full time benefits with the possibility of going longer.

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.