{"id":2829866,"url":"https://alion.io/job/kbr-bgad-construction-engineering-manager-explosives-manufacturing-contingency-","title":"BGAD: Construction Engineering Manager – Explosives Manufacturing ( Contingency )","company":{"id":4344,"name":"KBR","domain":"kbr.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/kbr","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":80,"open_postings":338,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":1,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":9,"computed_at":"2026-10-24T06:02:35Z"}},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"lead","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Fort Knox, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":115000,"max_usd":232000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":1829},"experience_years_min":15,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-11T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-11","last_verified_at":"2026-10-24T05:33:05Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":43,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":43},"description":"Title:\nBGAD: Construction Engineering Manager - Explosives Manufacturing ( Contingency )Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!\nProgram Summary\nKBR’s Chemical Plant & Munitions program supports critical national defense and government missions through the execution of complex manufacturing, construction, and commissioning efforts, into manufacturing operations. The program operates in highly regulated environments and requires close coordination between customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality outcomes across the program lifecycle.\nJob Summary\nKBR is searching for an Energetics and Explosives Manufacturing Construction Engineer Manager whose primary function is managing engineering progress for the construction of the new Blue Grass Army Depot Energetics Center of Excellence explosives manufacturing facility. This position will be responsible for leading the strategic execution of engineering and process equipment installation for successful commissioning of the Manufacturing plant at completion. As the Engineering Manager, you will be tasked with managing engineering resources, standardizing/optimizing processes, fostering team development and establishing/maintaining customer relationships. This position will include supervisory responsibilities, being responsible for employee performance appraisals, coaching /developing lower-level professionals, providing technical guidance to less experienced engineers, making decisions on engineering problems/methods, and may represent the organization with customers and at tradeshows. Depending on workload, the role may be tasked with leading with engineering tasks on highly visible projects. This is a hybrid work position that requires to be on-site in Richmond, KY. Relocation assistance available.\nRoles & Responsibilities\nLead and manage engineering progress on site.\nOversee subcontractors as they develop design, implementation, integration, and sustainment of complex construction and process equipment.\nEnsure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, engineering standards, and contractual obligations.\nManage engineering schedules, technical risks, resource allocation, and project deliverables.\nCoordinate with program management, customers, subcontractors, and technical stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.\nProvide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to engineering personnel.\nSupport proposal development, technical reviews, engineering documentation, and strategic planning efforts.\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure engineering solutions align with mission objectives and customer expectations.\nMust be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance\nMust be a US citizen.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Systems Engineering from an ABET accredited University.\nPrevious experience as an Engineering Manager.\n15 years of demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and sustaining enterprise-wide, large-scale information systems.\nMinimum 10+ years of experience with multiple engineering disciplines related to mechanical, electrical, and process engineering on U.S. Federal contracts involve Munitions and Chemical Plant construction.\nMinimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in a senior engineering leadership position.\nMinimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience managing teams or subcontractors engaging in large scale new construction for the U.S. government.\nExperience in DoD program/project management including program development and transition.\nExperience with Integrated Master Schedules, and risk management.\nDemonstrated experience managing projects involving:Energetics Manufacturing\nExplosives Manufacturing\nChemical Manufacturing\nOther Munition Manufacturing\n\nProven ability to lead engineering teams, manage technical resources, and oversee multiple engineering initiatives while ensuring successful project execution.\nStrong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nExpertise with root cause analysis and implanting change recommendations\nPreferred Qualifications\nExtensive experience supporting complex Department of Defense\nMaster’s Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited University.\nMinimum 15+ years of experience with multiple engineering disciplines related to mechanical, electrical engineering, optical and software engineering\nProfessional Engineering License (PE).\nExtensive experience in the coordination and oversight of large scale subcontractor work.\nTravel may be required to support manufacturing sites, suppliers, and customers.\n KBR Benefits\nKBR 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.\nBelong, Connect and Grow at KBR\nAt 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.\nKBR is an equal opportunity employer. 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