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KBR, Inc.

Quality Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$116K - $192K/yr

Contractor responses to corrective action requests * Build records * Delivery, storage and ... Previous NASA or aerospace industry experience * GMIPS for Electronic Boards * Pre-cap inspection ...

KBR

Quality Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$116K - $192K/yr

Contractor responses to corrective action requests * Build records * Delivery, storage and ... Previous NASA or aerospace industry experience * GMIPS for Electronic Boards * Pre-cap inspection ...

Advanced Space

Contracts Specialist

Westminster, CO · On-site

As the owner and operator of NASA's CAPSTONE mission and the Prime Contractor for AFRL's Oracle mission, we're helping shape the future of cislunar exploration while supporting commercial, civil, and ...

Advanced Space

Contracts Specialist

Westminster, CO · On-site

As the owner and operator of NASA's CAPSTONE™ mission and the Prime Contractor for AFRL's Oracle mission, we're helping shape the future of cislunar exploration while supporting commercial, civil ...

ManTech

Avionics Project Engineer

Centennial, CO · On-site

$89K - $148K/yr

Collaborating effectively across multi-disciplinary environments to manage technical and engineering data alongside the USSF, NASA, NRO, Launch Vehicle Contractors (LVCs), launch sites, production ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for nasa contractor in Colorado is $25.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.25 and $27.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a NASA contractor?

A NASA contractor job refers to a position with a private company or organization that has a contract with NASA to provide goods, services, or expertise. Contractors work in various fields such as engineering, IT, research, and project management to support NASA's missions. Unlike NASA employees, contractors are hired by independent companies but often work alongside NASA personnel. These jobs may be located at NASA centers or company offices and can vary in duration based on contract terms.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a NASA contractor?

To thrive as a NASA Contractor, you typically need a solid background in science, engineering, or technology, often supported by a relevant degree and professional experience in the aerospace or related industries. Familiarity with industry-specific tools such as CAD software, project management systems, and possibly security clearances (ITAR, DoD clearance) is valuable. Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills help in working within multidisciplinary teams and meeting complex project goals. These capabilities are essential to ensure the highest levels of performance, compliance, and innovation in NASA's demanding and mission-critical projects.

What does a NASA contractor do?

As a NASA Contractor, you may work on a wide range of projects including spacecraft design, mission analysis, software development, or research in support of ongoing NASA missions. Daily responsibilities can include collaborating with NASA engineers and scientists, attending project meetings, writing technical documentation, and ensuring adherence to strict quality and compliance standards. Contractors often work in a team-oriented environment where timely communication and adaptability are crucial. Project assignments can vary in duration and focus, providing exposure to cutting-edge technology and opportunities to expand your expertise within the space and aerospace sector.

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Quality Engineer

KBR, Inc.

Boulder, CO • On-site

$116K - $192K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

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Job description

Title:
Quality Engineer
BELONG. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR.
Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.
KBR is seeking Quality Engineers to support NASA programs. We are looking for both full time & part time. These Quality Engineers will support the development and implementation of mission assurance requirements over the entire project life cycle. These Quality Engineers will also focus on supplier surveillance and inspections. This position will monitor processes for compliance to the developer's procedures and contractual requirements.
Processes to be reviewed prior to use and monitored when used may include:
  • Printed Circuit Board quality assessment
  • Workmanship including coatings
  • Soldering
  • ESD controls
  • Clean room activities and controls
  • Cable and harness fabrication
  • Contamination control
  • Parts and materials control
  • Control of drawings and procedures
  • Equipment moves (e.g. slings, cranes, and hydro sets)
  • Hazardous operations
  • Contractor responses to corrective action requests
  • Build records
  • Delivery, storage and transport of flight and non-flight hardware, and critical ground support equipment (GSE)

Responsibilities:
  • Ensure that flight hardware anomalies, corrective actions, and re-verifications are documented in accordance with the contractors' non-conformance and corrective action system
  • Participate in production planning, review manufacturing flow plans and participate in Manufacturing and Test Readiness Reviews (MRRs and TRRs)
  • Examine process design and/or process qualification records, procedure review, work order review, and verifying that labs carry required certifications
  • Review flight hardware records and ensure all open items are identified and addressed prior to the performance of tests
  • Monitor contractor quality and safety controls, and participate in quality assurance activities during fabrication, integration, and tests
  • QAR monitoring
  • Support activities related to root cause corrective actions
  • Support processes for collecting and analyzing data that measures supplier success
  • Review the supplier's CDRL documents related to quality assurance and provide recommendations
  • Review flight hardware records for completeness prior to integration & final acceptance testing
  • Perform a final instrument "buy-off" review
  • Complete thorough inspections

Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
  • 10 + years Quality Engineering experience
  • Previous NASA or aerospace industry experience
  • GMIPS for Electronic Boards
  • Pre-cap inspection of hybrid microcircuits
  • 100% of solder joints prior to conformal coating of each flight printed wiring assembly prior to conformal coating.
  • 100% of conformal coatings on flight printed wiring assemblies.
  • Final workmanship inspection prior to box level final closure prior to integration into the next level of assembly.
  • Connector mates to mission hardware integrated into the spacecraft.
  • General workmanship quality prior to final acceptance testing
  • General workmanship prior to shipment
  • Confirm shipping packaging conforms to requirements and is adequate

Experience and/or education in lieu of these qualifications may be considered.
Preferred Training:
  • IPC J-STD-001xS (Soldering, Space Addendum)
  • NASA-STD-8739.1 (Staking and Conformal Coating)
  • NASA-STD-8739.4 or IPC/WHMA-A-620xS (Crimping, Cables & Wiring)
  • Developer-specific ESD Control training or training traceable to ANSI/ESD S20.20 (Electrostatic Discharge)
  • NASA-STD-8739.6 (Workmanship Implementation Standard)1
  • Pre-cap inspection methods derived from MIL-STD-883

Experience with harness work on NASA projects and be able to pass NASA Workmanship classes and prove expertise executing NASA Workmanship requirements.
Basic Compensation:
Rate: $116,000.00 - $192,600
The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, and/or 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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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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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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