C-130 Aircraft Systems Technician – Hands-On Testing

KBR Careers; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Engineering Technician in Warner Robins, GA to support hands-on testing, inspections, troubleshooting, and operations for C-130J/H aircraft systems, including avionics, propulsion, and propeller assemblies. You will work with engineers to support system evaluations, modifications, and sustainment.

The role focuses on inspecting, testing, and documenting, assembling wiring harnesses, conducting blade tracking and vibration checks, and ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with C-130J/H avionics, propulsion, or propeller systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical orders, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation.
• Hands-on testing, inspection and troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and equipment setup on C-130J/H avionics, propulsion, and propeller systems
• Support data collection, technical documentation, and engineering evaluations for T56, AE2100, and propeller systems
• Assist with system installations, prototype builds, wiring harness fabrication, and configuration updates
• Conduct hands-on work with propeller systems, including blade tracking, vibration checks, and control-system troubleshooting
• Maintain tools, test equipment, and work environments in accordance with safety and quality standards
• Support engineering teams during ground tests, functional checks, and system validations
• Interpret technical orders, wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings

Skills

C-130J/H avionics experience

Reading wiring diagrams and technical/

Hands-on testing and troubleshooting

Education

Technical degree or equivalent military/industry experience

Job description

KBR is seeking an Engineering Technician in Warner Robins, GA to support hands-on testing, inspections, troubleshooting, and operations for C-130J/H aircraft systems, including avionics, propulsion, and propeller assemblies. You will work with engineers to support system evaluations, modifications, and sustainment.

The role focuses on inspecting, testing, and documenting, assembling wiring harnesses, conducting blade tracking and vibration checks, and ensuring safety and quality standards.