C-130 Aircraft Systems SME

KBR Careers; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR seeks a C-130 Aircraft Systems SME in the Warner Robins, GA area to provide advanced propulsion support for T56-A-15, 54H60, and NP2000. The role supports Air Force and international mobility customers with propulsion performance analysis, fleet sustainment engineering, and airworthiness evaluations for legacy and modernized C-130 platforms.

The candidate will interpret technical orders, engineering drawings, and maintenance data, and develop engineering recommendations for propeller

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aviation related field is required.
• Experience with C-130 propulsion and propeller systems (T56, 54H60, NP2000) is required.
• 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 is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide propulsion engineering support for C-130 propulsion systems and related components.
• Conduct propeller system evaluations for T56, 54H60, and NP2000 including vibration analysis and balancing.
• Review and interpret Technical Orders and depot-level repair documentation.
• Support investigations into propeller control system issues and related anomalies.
• Develop engineering recommendations for propeller upgrades and retrofit programs.
• Coordinate with OEMs, depots, and government authorities to resolve issues.
• Prepare engineering reports, maintenance advisories, and modification proposals.
• Support field investigations and depot visits as needed.

Skills

Propulsion engineering

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in 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.

Title

C-130 Aircraft Systems SME

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.

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 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

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.

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