C-130 Pilot

KBR, Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 155,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a highly qualified C/K-130 Pilot to support VX-30 at NAS Point Mugu, CA. The role involves leading flight test operations, instructor duties, aerial refueling, and mission support in a multidisciplinary team for government and commercial clients.

Requirements include 1,000+ C-130 flight hours, Aircraft Commander designation, FAA/DoD certifications, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1,000 pilot hours in the C-130 aircraft.
• Aircraft Commander designation in the C-130.
• Instructor experience or designation as a flight crew check pilot for C/KC-130J and/or legacy C-130.
• FAA Class II medical certificate or substituted Navy Aeromedical Standard Service Group 1.
• FAA instrument flight rule certification and FAA Commercial Pilot's License w/ Multi-Engine Land.
• Current DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain; US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Pilot for C/KC-130 aircraft in flight test, aerial refueling, logistics, and post-maintenance checks as Aircraft Commander.
• Directs aircraft operations planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting for the customer flight program.
• Upon qualification, serve as instructor for KC-130 mission sets including aerial refueling and logistics.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as required by contract.

Skills

Aircraft Commander

Test Project Officer

Flight test operations

DoD security clearance

FAA instrument rating

Education

BS Degree or Test Pilot School graduate

Job description

Title

Title: C-130 Pilot KBR is seeking a highly qualified C/KC-130 Pilot to support tasking at the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) with Air Test and Evaluation Squadron THREE ZERO (VX-30) at NAS Point Mugu, CA. As part of the world’s largest independent flight test organization, supporting both US Government and commercial agencies, you will be joining a highly talented and experienced aircrew services team that has provided over 40 continuous years of Test Aircrew support for NAVAIR. As a long-term incumbent and leader in test aircrew expertise, the selected applicant will work within the VX-30 environment composed of government, military, contractor, and industry personnel while supporting flight test and range support operations.

Roles & Responsibilities

This position serves as a pilot for C/KC-130 aircraft, supporting flight test, aerial refueling, logistics, and post-maintenance check flights as an Aircraft Commander across legacy C-130 platforms.

Directs aircraft operations planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting in support of collateral tasks within the customer flight program.

Once qualified, perform duties as an instructor for all applicable K/C-130 mission sets, including aerial refueling, logistics, and post maintenance check flying. Must be able to travel up to 25% as required by contract. Note: This is a full-time position, but highly qualified part-time applicants may be considered.

Basic Qualifications

• Education: BS Degree or graduate of Test Pilot School (USNTPS, USAFTPS, Empire Test Pilot School, or EPNER).
• Years of Experience: At least 10 years of related experience, including 3 or more years of Test Project Officer experience in military test and evaluation.
• Flight Hours/Certifications/Designations Required: Minimum of 1,000 pilot hours in the C-130 aircraft and have been designated as an Aircraft Commander in the C-130.
• Instructor experience or designation as a flight crew check pilot and a Type/Model/Series Instructor in C/KC-130J and/or Legacy C-130 aircraft platforms.
• Must be able to maintain an FAA Class II medical certificate. Navy Aeromedical Standard Service Group 1 may be substituted.
• Must be FAA or Military instrument flight rule certified and have at least an FAA Commercial Pilot's License with Multi-Engine Land rating.
• Must meet current CNAF 3710.7 series physical and physiological minimums for C-130 T/M/S aircrew positions.
• Individuals must be able to pass the physical and training qualification requirements to provide contract aircrew support, including completion of survival and aviation physiology training.
• Clearance & Citizenship: Must have a current DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain. Contract requires US Citizenship. Applicant selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree. Engineering related masters preferred. A minimum of 1,500 flight hours as Pilot-in-Command 2 years direct experience in test and evaluation of fixed-wing aircraft A graduate of one of the following test pilot schools: USNTPS, USAFTPS, Empire Test Pilot School, or EPNER Test Pilot School

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 hours/week. This is a full-time position, but highly qualified part-time applicants may be considered.

Compensation

$155,000-$225,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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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