Airlift Operations SME Non-Flying Pilot

All Aviation Jobs; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Military Airlift Pilot to provide expert operational analysis and delivery support to AMC and AFLCMC for NGAL modernization. You will develop capability models, AoA, and requirements artifacts to help define and select NGAL solutions for global mobility operations.

As an Airlift Operations SME, you will coordinate with Air Staff, MAJCOM, and stakeholders to ensure program objectives are met, deliver analyses and briefs to senior leaders, and maintain an active TS clearance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Prior military airlift pilot experience required.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in aircraft operations, flight planning and airlift mission execution within the DoD.
• In-depth knowledge of DoD policies, procedures, and regulations related to flight operations.
• MAJCOM experience in A3, A5/A8 or equivalent.
• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Leads, performs and manages NGAL operational analysis ensuring compliance with DoD, Air Force, AMC and AFLCMC policies and regulations.
• Leverages extensive strategic and tactical airlift experience to shape system requirements.
• Provides expert operational analysis to inform the Government-led NGAL capability development team.
• Coordinate with cross-organizational teams to ensure program objectives are met.
• Deliver AoA, JFRP and SARD documentation and related artifacts.
• Monitor analysis progress and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Prepare and present detailed analysis results to senior AMC leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree

Job description

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Title

Airlift Operations SME Non-Flying Pilot

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

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 skilled and experienced Military Airlift Pilot to provide expert operational analysis product delivery support to Air Mobility Command (AMC) and Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) for airlift modernization initiatives associated with the NGAL weapon system. Executes planning, coordination, and execution of operational analysis activities focused on identifying and evaluating NGAL aircraft modernization alternatives for global mobility operations. The incumbent will develop and deliver NGAL mission need analysis products, capability models, and requirements artifacts supporting NGAL capability alternatives definition, evaluation, and selection to inform Government-led requirements and acquisition development.

The position serves as an Airlift Operations SME, responsible for providing expert operational analysis of potential NGAL capability solutions, requirements and options. The incumbent will develop and deliver products related to requirements identification, requirements selection and refinement, acquisition strategy development, schedule and risk management, and integration coordination across operational stakeholders. The role enables the selection, development and delivery of advanced aircraft capabilities while ensuring compliance with applicable DoW, Air Force, AMC and AFLCMC acquisition and product delivery frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads, performs and manages NGAL operational analysis ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force, AMC and AFLCMC policies and regulations
• Leverages extensive strategic and tactical airlift experience to shape system requirements
• Provides expert operational analysis to inform the Government-led Next Generation Airlift (NGAL) capability development team.
• Coordinate with cross-organizational teams, including Air Staff, MAJCOM headquarters, Systems Program Office and operational stakeholders to ensure program objectives are met
• Leverage extensive background in aircraft operations, flight planning, and mission execution to deliver draft Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), Joint Force Requirements Process (JFRP) and System Attributes and Requirements Document (SARD) documentation
• Monitor analysis progress and performance, implementing corrective actions as necessary
• Prepare and present detailed analysis results, analysis summaries and status reports as required to senior AMC leadership and stakeholders

Work Environment

• Location: On-Site, Scott AFB
• Travel Requirements: Moderate 20-50%
• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• Prior military airlift pilot experience required
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in aircraft operations, flight planning and airlift mission execution within the DoW
• In-depth knowledge of DoW policies, procedures, and regulations related to flight operations
• MAJCOM experience in A3, A5/A8 or equivalent
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

Desire Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Three or more years of experience in Headquarters Air Mobility Command (AMC)
• Three or more years of experience in SAF/AQ, HAF/A3, HAF/A5 and/or HAF/A8
• Experience working with the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) process and documentation
• Knowledge of DoW 5000.02 and AFLCMC Policies, Processes, and Procedures

Ready to Make a Difference?

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.