E2 Weapons Systems Operator (Non-Flying)

Trinzic; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR seeks an experienced E-2 Weapons Systems Operator (Non-Flying) to support Navy test and evaluation at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. You will join the E-2 ITT and ESTEL lab, coordinating with NAVSEA, engineers, and fleet stakeholders while enabling critical test events and system development.

Role requires collaboration with engineers, test conductors, and stakeholders, with occasional off-hours work and travel within the United States as needed. Onsite position at Patuxent River, MD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 8 years of platform experience may substitute.
• Knowledge of E-2 tactical operations and weapon systems.
• Must have working knowledge of computer networking or Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC).
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate testing with NAVSEA, E-2 test conductors, and project engineers.
• Attend scheduled and unscheduled meetings prior to test events.
• Present briefs and prepare reports.
• Prioritize laboratory scheduling for testing.
• Ensure equipment availability to meet data recording and test objectives and overall readiness.

Skills

E-2 operations

Networking knowledge

Security clearance

Off-hours work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Tools

LVC systems

Job description

E2 Weapons Systems Operator (Non-Flying)

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 seeking an experienced E-2 Weapons Systems Operator (Non-Flying) to support advanced test and evaluation activities for the U.S. Navy at Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWC-AD), Patuxent River, Maryland.

In this role, you will be a key member of the E-2 Integrated Test Team (ITT), supporting live and networked E-2 mission systems testing within the E-2 Systems Test and Evaluation Laboratory (ESTEL). Working in a highly collaborative environment alongside engineers, test conductors, and fleet stakeholders, you will help coordinate, execute, and support critical test events that contribute to the development, integration, and evaluation of E-2 mission capabilities. This position offers the opportunity to leverage operational E-2 expertise while directly supporting the advancement of Navy airborne command and control systems.

This is an onsite position located at NAS Patuxent River, MD. Occasional travel within the United States may be required, along with the flexibility to support test operations during non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends, as mission requirements dictate.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Tasking will include, but is not limited to: coordinating testing with NAVSEA and E2 test conductors and project engineers
• Attending scheduled and unscheduled meetings prior to test events
• Present briefs and prepare reports
• Prioritizing laboratory scheduling
• Ensuring equipment is available to meet data recording and test objectives, and overall readiness for testing (manning, funding, ATOs, etc.)

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree - 8 years of platform experience may be substituted in lieu of degree or an associate’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of E-2 tactical operations and weapon system use.
• Must have a working knowledge of computer networking or Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC).
• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance within 12 months.
• Candidate must be willing to occasionally work off hours as required (Nights or Weekends). Some travel within the United States may be required. Position is located onsite NAS Patuxent River, MD within a laboratory environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of E-2 weapons systems operator course with one operational tour in a USN squadron.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience with E-2 systems.

Compensation

$105,000-$170,000. 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’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

Equal Opportunity

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.