Is KBR a good company to work for?

KBR has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 3,744 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months. 80% of employees would recommend working at KBR to a friend and 75% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about KBR have been left by employees working as Program Manager , Project Manager and Technical Advisor .

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?

80% of KBR employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated KBR 4.0 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 (37) , Process Engineer (33) , Software Engineer (32) , Logistics Coordinator (27) , Technical Advisor (26) , Associate Technical Professional (25) , 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 Benefits and very professional" ((in 232 reviews)); "good pay and the technical folks are good" ((in 228 reviews)); "The people are great and willing to hear your ideas and try new ways of doing things." ((in 212 reviews)); "Good work life balance and learning expereince" ((in 123 reviews)); "Good salary &good location&filing very well &" ((in 112 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 125 reviews)); "Bureaucratic upper management and totally disconnected with what they aspire for the company." ((in 41 reviews)); "Long hours and lack of resources" ((in 38 reviews)); "department managers do not allow engineers to move to proect even if they are interested." ((in 32 reviews)); "No leadership at the management level." ((in 31 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.

What KBR locations have received the highest employee ratings?

San Antonio , San Diego , Corpus Christi , Oklahoma City , North Charleston , Virginia Beach , Los Angeles , Baltimore , Dayton , Warner Robins

KBR reviews

4.0

80% would recommend to a friend

(3,181 total reviews)

Stuart J. B. Bradie

87% approve of CEO

75% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Culture & values

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

4.0

Work/Life balance

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 3,181 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 Aerospace & Defense industry (3.6 stars).

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3K reviews

4.0

Apr 6, 2011

Time at BE&K was satisfying and rewarding.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

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Pros

I was always treated fairly and was always given expanded responsibilities as my experience grew. I never felt like i had to negotiate in order to grow. I just came with experience and of course, performance.

Cons

KBR's involvement as a overseer and approach to risk management, because they are a public entity may limit future pursuits and opportunities.

2.0

Apr 1, 2011

OK but not long term

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Good pay 9/80 work schedule International Lot of employees with 30+ years of tenure

Cons

Very poor communication, poor work life balance, constant reorganizations that lead to inefficient work and wasted time leading to poor morale Challenge is due to stressful environment, constant rework and change, and needless drama and stress. A lot of "who you know" and "what is your title" behavior instead of being a team working for the same company.

3.0

Mar 20, 2011

Do not make this company a career; use it as a stepping stone

Manager, equipment maintenance

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

On LOGCAP operations Iraq; Travel in and out of county is very good compared to other companies... many complain about BTC but have zero experience traveling in Iraq with out billeting and other support. If you are an office jockey you will have great access to phone and emails. Money deposited on time and correct amount as long as you did your part with the time sheet. Good billeting at most camps if you have seniority on camp and part of the Base Camp operations..hint hint you have to be O&M base camp services not TTM or CLSS. Vacation ticket program for company purchased tickets is lot better than competition. I got everything i was promised.... except one thing COBRA plan coverage at stated rate and duration.

Cons

LOGCAP.... You do not work for KBR... Just a company shell out of Dubai.... Do not expect a real long career unless you are a company man or las out of Houston HQ.... Do not plan to work there for one month; just work day to day. Save your money... Divorce is high... easy to get fired for contraband (like a cellphone in some cases) or a seatbelt violation. Smart about being lazy folks and some special... friends of friends won't get fired... No actual credential checks on resumes unless it is a CDL; just write it and you will get hired... Company played a game with COBRA coverage administrative provider and employee cost is up 250% a month as of 1 Jan. I'm sure it saved the company a pretty penny....Thanks a lot....

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