Postdoctoral Researcher - Gen AI in Construction Planning & Design

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Postdoctoral Researcher - Gen AI in Construction Planning & Design

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

KBR is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our program for a one-year appointment. This research initiative focuses on the integration and application of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) within the planning and design phases of construction projects. The successful candidate will conduct pivotal research that directly supports and furthers the United States Air Force’s strategic goal of advancing the quality, efficiency, and speed of the pre-construction phase.

As a researcher at a military college, you will be working at the intersection of advanced computational technologies and defense infrastructure innovation.

This is not a remote job opportunity. The applicant must be local to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

Key Responsibilities:• Research & Development: Develop, test, and implement GenAI frameworks tailored for construction planning, architectural design, and pre-construction workflows.• Air Force Alignment: Ensure research outputs directly translate to improving the speed and quality of military and defense pre-construction phases.• Collaboration: Participate in weekly in-person meetings on campus to brief progress, collaborate with the program director, and align on project milestones.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-Site

• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%

• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

• Required Education: Ph.D. in Construction Engineering or Construction Management (Primary). Candidates with a Ph.D. in Architecture and the requisite technical skills will also be strongly considered.

• Required Technical Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in Python programming and hands-on experience utilizing Generative AI frameworks.

• Employment Eligibility: Because this position is located at a military college, the candidate must meet requirements set by the customer.

Additional Information:

Please send your cover letter detailing your long-term academic goals and motivation for this research and your resume/curriculum vitae. If you are invited for an interview, you will be asked to provide three references (including your research advisor).

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

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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.