C-130 Aircraft Systems SME

KBR Careers; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Careers in Warner Robins, GA is seeking a highly experienced C-130 Systems SME to provide advanced technical support for propeller systems, particularly focusing on T56-A-15, 54H60, and NP2000 assemblies. The candidate will be responsible for propulsion performance analysis and fleet sustainment engineering for both legacy and modernized C-130 platforms.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in an aviation-related field and prior experience with C-130 propulsion systems. Excellent technical writing and communication skills are needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an aviation-related field.
• Experience with C-130 propulsion and propeller systems, including T56, 54H60, and NP2000.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide propulsion engineering support for T56-A-15 engine performance.
• Conduct propeller system evaluations for 54H60 and NP2000.
• Prepare engineering reports and maintenance advisories.

Skills

Experience with C-130 propulsion and propeller systems

Technical writing skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to interpret technical orders

Education

Bachelor's degree in an aviation-related field

Job description

Program Summary

KBR is seeking a highly experienced C-130 Systems SME to provide advanced technical support for propeller systems, including the T56-A-15, 54H60, and NP2000 propeller assemblies with advanced knowledge of fuel systems, avionics, and aircraft structures. This role supports Air Force and international mobility customers by delivering propulsion performance analysis, fleet sustainment engineering, and airworthiness evaluations for legacy and modernized C-130 platforms.

Title

C-130 Aircraft Systems SME

Responsibilities

• Provide propulsion engineering support for T56-A-15 engine performance, reliability, and maintenance optimization
• Conduct propeller system evaluations for 54H60 and NP2000, including vibration analysis, blade tracking, and propeller balancing
• Review and interpret technical orders (T.O. 2J-T56 series, 54H60, NP2000) and depot-level repair documentation
• Support investigations into propeller control system issues, gearbox anomalies, and blade-root failures
• Develop engineering recommendations for propeller upgrades, including NP2000 retrofit programs
• Coordinate with OEMs, depot facilities, and government engineering authorities to resolve technical issues
• Prepare engineering reports, maintenance advisories, and modification proposals
• Support field investigations, depot visits, and technical assistance requests.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in an aviation-related field
• Experience with C-130 propulsion and propeller systems, including T56, 54H60, and NP2000
• Knowledge of C-130H propulsion integration, maintenance processes, and sustainment engineering
• Ability to interpret technical orders, engineering drawings, and maintenance data
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Clearance eligibility required

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.