Technical Solutions
At KBR, we specialize in delivering smart, practical technical solutions tailored to the complex needs of today’s commercial and industrial environments. Our multidisciplinary team brings deep expertise across design, engineering, inspection and construction management —combining technical precision with real-world experience to drive performance at every stage of a project. From concept to completion, we work side-by-side with our clients to identify problems, implement solutions and improve operational outcomes.
Our capabilities span a wide range of technical services, including advanced metrology engineering to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance, quality engineering and inspections to maintain regulatory standards and mitigate risk, and industrial maintenance and automation controls that optimize system uptime and production efficiency. Our expertise in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and automation technologies ensures secure, scalable, and efficient infrastructure across industrial environments. We integrate rigorous engineering practices with a hands-on understanding of field conditions, enabling us to deliver results that are both innovative and practical. Whether it's supporting a new build, troubleshooting complex equipment or improving long-term asset reliability, we are a trusted partner committed to solving challenges with clarity, precision and speed.
Program Management/ Program Engineering
Engineering Technical Services
Metrology Engineering
Supply Chain Engineering & Audits
Industrial Maintenance & Automation Controls
Program Management/Program Engineering
KBR offers program management and engineering support to government and commercial customers worldwide. KBR currently manages over $500 million of key programs in industries ranging from commercial aerospace, defense aerospace, missile systems, commercial and defense space programs.
- Program Risk Mitigation
- Obsolescence Management and Reporting
- Failure Review Board activities
- Line of Balance/Delivery Schedule Management
- ITAR and DPAS Control
- Program RAIL Management
- Program Review
- Program Profit and Loss Authority
- Front Line/Forward Facing customer interactions
- Cost Estimating
- Sub-Contractor Oversight and Management
- Proposal Creation and Generation
Engineering Technical Services
KBR delivers integrated design, construction management and inspection services that support mission-critical operations worldwide. Our team of licensed professional engineers provides multidisciplinary engineering solutions across civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire protection and architectural domains.
We specialize in:
- Detailed engineering design of infrastructure and facilities
- Construction management including planning, permitting, execution oversight and commissioning
- Technical inspections of equipment, facilities and infrastructure using laser scanning, surveys and as-built validation
KBR capabilities extend to worldwide contingency, expeditionary and emergency operations (CONUS/OCONUS) and Base Operations Support (BOS) for U.S. government facilities. We leverage advanced tools including AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, STAADPro, Foundation 3D and Primavera for modeling, scheduling and technical oversight. We work closely with our customers to provide custom offerings specifically designed to meet their operational needs.
Metrology Engineering
KBR provides ISO/IEC 17025-accredited metrology services to customers around the globe. Our extensive capabilities support commercial and government customers, providing custom-tailored services based on your unique needs. Whether you need individual equipment calibrations, onsite metrology support or complete embedded management of your instrument calibration program, KBR can deliver the solution.
Our services include:
- Calibration and Repair
- Calibrated Asset Recall Services
- CMM Programming
- Metrology Engineering
- Measurement Systems Analysis
- Preventive Maintenance Programs
- AMS2750 Pyrometry Services
- NADCAP Special Process Support
KBR can custom-tailor your instrument calibration program with inventory management, complete calibration recall services, digital dashboard development, as well as programs developed to maximize the capability of your test instrument inventory, including interval analysis and management, measurement systems analysis, preventive maintenance programs, equipment sourcing and more. Our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) can be Cloud or “On Prem” based and can be customized to meet your company’s individual needs.
With decades of experience providing engineering, test and manufacturing support, KBR has the knowledge and expertise to help your company’s sustainability and growth objectives.
Supply Chain Engineering and Audits
Field Quality Engineering:
- Deployed on-site at customer or supplier locations
- AS9102 First Article Inspections
- Manufacturing Special Processes
- Other areas of expertise include:
- Electromechanical products
- Castings
- Circuit-card assemblies
- Mechanical assemblies
- Complex machining
- Sheet metal assemblies
Audit Services:
- Perform pre-certification QMS audits to AS9100 and ISO 9001
- Perform special process pre-certification audits
- Document results of the audit, including findings and observations
- Perform follow-up audits
- Provide recommendations for improvements
KBR provides quality assurance services in support of commercial and government customers. Proven experience includes supplier performance management, supplier first article reviews and validations, product validation audits, counterfeit parts management, supplier audits, QMS audits and special process assessments. KBR delivers a comprehensive suite of quality services tailored to the aerospace and defense sectors, supporting over 3000 sub-tier suppliers globally. KBR’s field quality engineers are deployed on-site to ensure compliance with customer specifications, leveraging deep expertise in various manufacturing processes and commodities. Our accredited auditors conduct rigorous quality system and process audits to drive compliance and continuous improvement.
KBR’s field quality engineers also lead risk mitigation, root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring robust quality management processes. With a focus on precision, compliance and operational excellence, KBR is a trusted partner in elevating quality performance. Quality services include value engineering, root cause corrective action management, supplier assessments, audit support, quality management systems development, certifications and accreditations support, quality systems training, approved supplier management, and quality engineering.
Industrial Maintenance & Automation Controls
KBR installs, maintains, troubleshoots, programs and maintains control systems used in automated processes. Our technicians keep manufacturing plants, industrial facilities and smart buildings running efficiently and safely by offering the following services:
Installation and Setup
- Install sensors, actuators, control panels and wiring.
- Set up Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and other components.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Diagnose issues in control systems and repair/reprogram as needed.
- Use diagnostic tools (like multimeters, oscilloscopes, or software-based PLC monitors).
Programming
- Write and modify code for PLCs and HMIs.
- Use ladder logic, structured text, or function block diagrams (commonly in Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi systems).
System Integration
- Ensure all automation components communicate effectively (e.g., PLC ↔ HMI ↔ Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA).
- Work with industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).
Documentation and Compliance
- Maintain wiring diagrams, control logic charts and equipment documentation.
- Ensure systems meet safety and industry standards (NFPA 70E, ISO, IEC).
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