Does KBR pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, KBR employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at KBR. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at KBR?

82% of KBR employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated KBR 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at KBR?

Engineer (78) , Project Manager (69) , Systems Engineer (49) , Technical Professional (38) , Process Engineer (33) , Software Engineer (32) , Logistics Coordinator (27) , Associate Technical Professional (26) , Technical Advisor (26) , Manager (25) , Project Engineer (22) , Accountant (19) , Administrative Assistant (19) , Mechanical Engineer (18) , Operations Coordinator (18)

What are the pros of working at KBR according to real employee reviews?

"good pay and the technical folks are good" ((in 234 reviews)); "Good Benefits and very professional" ((in 233 reviews)); "The people are great and willing to hear your ideas and try new ways of doing things." ((in 218 reviews)); "Good work life balance and learning expereince" ((in 123 reviews)); "hybrid work environment along with good salary" ((in 97 reviews))

What are the cons of working at KBR according to real employee reviews?

"Management is poor and the follow up with HR is poor." ((in 129 reviews)); "Bureaucratic upper management and totally disconnected with what they aspire for the company." ((in 40 reviews)); "Long hours and lack of resources" ((in 36 reviews)); "department managers do not allow engineers to move to proect even if they are interested." ((in 33 reviews)); "No leadership at the management level." ((in 32 reviews))

What are employees saying about KBR layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about KBR layoffs and their outlook for job security at KBR in 2026.

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4.0

82% would recommend to a friend

(3,189 total reviews)

Stuart J. B. Bradie

87% approve of CEO

75% positive business outlook

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4.1

Work/Life balance

4.0

Culture & values

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Compensation and benefits

3.7

Career opportunities

3.6

Senior management

KBR has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 3,189 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The KBR employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Aeroespaço e defesa industry (3.6 stars).

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4.0

Jul 23, 2025

Contractor

Tool room attendant

Recommend

Business Outlook

Pros

- Variety of Tasks: The role often involves a mix of responsibilities, keeping the work interesting. - Skill Development: Opportunities to learn about different tools and equipment, enhancing technical knowledge. - Team Environment: Usually part of a larger team, fostering collaboration and support among colleagues. - Job Stability: Many companies require tool room attendants, providing steady employment opportunities.

Cons

- Physical Demand: The job can be physically taxing, requiring lifting, standing, and moving around frequently. - Repetitive Work: Some tasks may become monotonous due to the routine nature of tool management. - Potential Safety Risks: Working with tools and machinery can pose safety hazards if not handled properly. - Inventory Management Challenges: Keeping track of tools and ensuring they are in good condition may become overwhelming, especially in busy environments.

KBR Response

9mo

Thank you for your balanced feedback! Your insights will help us as we continue improving our employee experience.

1.0

Jul 23, 2025

Poor management

It specialist

Recommend

Business Outlook

Pros

Isnt any pros, overworked, under appreciated

Cons

The whole employment was a con

KBR Response

9mo

We’re sorry to hear that your experience with KBR wasn’t positive. We value all our current and former employees’ feedback and we wish you the best.

5.0

Jul 21, 2025

Great company

Facility specialist

Recommend

Business Outlook

Pros

Wonderful company to work for. Great managers.

Cons

none that I can think of

KBR Response

9mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience!

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