C-130 Avionics SME

Trinzic; Beavercreek Township (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is hiring an experienced C-130 Avionics SME to support avionics integration, modernization, and sustainment for C-130J and C-130H aircraft. The role includes ensuring avionics and propulsion-related systems meet Air Force and OEM requirements.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience, and strong knowledge of avionics-to-propeller control interfaces. This position is based in Beavercreek Township, OH, with on-site work expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or 10+ years related experience.
• Experience with C-130J/H avionics systems and avionics-to-propeller control interfaces.
• Strong understanding of aircraft wiring, data buses, and avionics integration.

Responsibilities

• Support avionics system design, integration, troubleshooting, and modernization for C-130J digital avionics and C-130H legacy/modernized systems
• Review and interpret wiring diagrams, ICDs, avionics architecture documents, and MIL-STD-1553/ARINC data bus interfaces
• Evaluate avionics interfaces with propeller control systems, including EPCS, DECU, FADEC, and NP2000 electronic propeller controls
• Support avionics upgrades such as ADS-B, GPS/INS, TACAN, CNS/ATM, mission-computer enhancements, and cockpit modernization
• Conduct system-level troubleshooting for navigation, communication, flight-control, and mission-system anomalies
• Provide engineering input for ground/flight test procedures, certification activities, and airworthiness assessments
• Develop engineering documentation, test plans, and technical reports

Skills

C-130J/H avionics systems

Avionics integration

System-level troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

MIL-STD-1553

ARINC data buses

Job description

Title: C-130 Avionics SME

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

KBR is hiring an experienced C-130 Avionics SME to support avionics integration, modernization, and sustainment for C-130J and C-130H aircraft, including systems that interface with propeller control systems such as NP2000, R391, and 54H60 electronic control units. This role ensures avionics and propulsion-related systems operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with Air Force and OEM requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support avionics system design, integration, troubleshooting, and modernization for C-130J digital avionics and C-130H legacy/modernized systems
• Review and interpret wiring diagrams, ICDs, avionics architecture documents, and MIL-STD-1553/ARINC data bus interfaces
• Evaluate avionics interfaces with propeller control systems, including EPCS, DECU, FADEC, and NP2000 electronic propeller controls
• Support avionics upgrades such as ADS-B, GPS/INS, TACAN, CNS/ATM, mission-computer enhancements, and cockpit modernization
• Conduct system-level troubleshooting for navigation, communication, flight-control, and mission-system anomalies
• Provide engineering input for ground/flight test procedures, certification activities, and airworthiness assessments
• Develop engineering documentation, test plans, and technical reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in technical field or 10 years of related experience
• Experience with C-130J/H avionics systems and avionics-to-propeller control interfaces
• Strong understanding of aircraft wiring, data buses, and avionics integration

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.