Front Desk Receptionist

Title:
Front Desk Receptionist

KBR's Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of Defense, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

The Front Desk Receptionist plays a key role in supporting a dynamic, multi-program environment in Lexington Park, Maryland, with primary support to the MMDL/LAMPS program. This position serves as the first point of contact for visitors, employees, and vendors, delivering a professional and welcoming experience while ensuring adherence to access control and security protocols. The role supports daily front desk operations, including visitor badging, conference room scheduling, and general office coordination. This is a full-time, on-site position supporting mission-focused, government-aligned programs in a fast-paced office setting. Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday | 7:30-8:00 AM start, 4:30 PM end

Roles & Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary front desk point of contact, providing professional, courteous reception services to visitors, employees, and vendors.
• Manage visitor processing and badging activities, ensuring compliance with facility access and security procedures.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs and support general access control activities in coordination with site security and facilities personnel.
• Coordinate conference room scheduling and meeting logistics, including calendar management and room availability support.
• Perform general receptionist and administrative support functions, including handling incoming and outgoing mail, data entry, and document preparation.
• Assist with office operations and logistics, including ordering office supplies, tracking inventory, and maintaining shared office spaces.
• Support office events and internal communications by creating flyers, newsletters, and digital content using Canva.
• Design and schedule monthly lobby screen content to enhance the visitor and employee experience.

Basic Qualifications

• Clearance & Citizenship: U.S. citizenship & an active secret security clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain).
• Education: High school diploma.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of work experience (highly preferred in an office or administrative environment.)
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a structured office environment that values reliability, consistency, and in-person collaboration.
• Experience supporting government-aligned or security-focused programs, including roles requiring adherence to established procedures and protocols.
• Background in administrative, reception, or customer-facing roles following a career transition or re-entry into the workforce.
• Active security clearance or prior experience working in a cleared environment with controlled information.
• Familiarity with Canva or similar design tools for internal communications and event materials.

This is a full time on-site position, Monday-Friday. Start time 7:30-8am, end day around 4:30pm.

Compensation: This is an SCA position. SCA Pay Rate: $18.24/HR.

Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits: KBR 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.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At 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.

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.