Flight Engineer Standardization Instructor

KBR Careers; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Flight Engineer Instructor to support the Foreign Military Sales client’s aviation training at Fort Hood. The role requires deep knowledge of CH-47F systems, aviation doctrine, and mission planning tools to develop and align training with the Commander’s intent.

The instructor will lead training activities, ensure safety and compliance, and support pilot and unit training across diverse mission profiles while using AMPS, CHAMPS, PFPS, ASE and related tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• CH-47F FI course or equivalent training.
• 2000 hrs total flight time, 750 FI/SI hours, 500 NG.

Responsibilities

• Review training assessments and objectives to support training development.
• Ensure materials align with current doctrine and policies.
• Support varied aviation training events.
• Assist S3 and Standardization Section with training development and mission execution.
• Provide CH-47F Flight Engineer support for maintenance test flights and flight training.
• Conduct flight training and evaluations in accordance with regulations and policies.
• Support pilot training, unit progression, and evaluations; advise on readiness and gunnery.
• Provide mission support in tactics, readiness progression, gunnery, aircraft delivery, and operations.
• Operate and instruct on AMPS, CHAMPS, PFPS, ASE, and threat analysis tools.
• Provide aerial gunnery planning, training, and range safety operations.
• Deliver instrument training and evaluations.
• Support cargo and attack helicopter operations as needed.

Skills

Flight instruction

Aviation operations

Training development

Doctrine alignment

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AMPS

CHAMPS

PFPS

ASE

Job description

Flight Engineer Standardization Instructor

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

We are seeking a highly skilled and mission-driven Flight Engineer Instructor to support the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) client’s aviation training and operational requirements at Fort Hood. This role involves reviewing and aligning training strategies with the Commander’s intent, developing doctrinally sound training materials, and providing direct aviation support for a wide range of training events and mission profiles. The ideal candidate will have experience in aviation operations, flight instruction, and training development. This position requires a deep understanding of U.S. Army aviation doctrine, aircraft systems, and mission planning tools. The Flight Engineer Instructor will also support pilot training, aerial gunnery, and aviation range operations, ensuring all activities meet safety and regulatory standards.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Review and interpret the customer’s training assessment, strategy, guidance, and objectives to support training development.
• Ensure all training materials align with current doctrine and governing policies.
• Support varied aviation training events.
• Assist the FMS client S3 and Standardization Section with training development and mission execution.
• Provide CH-47F Flight Engineer support for maintenance test flight activities.
• Conduct flight training in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
• Support individual pilot training, unit progression, collective training, and evaluations.
• Provide mission support in tactics, readiness level progression, gunnery, aircraft delivery, and operational requirements.
• Operate and instruct on systems including AMPS, CHAMPS, PFPS, ASE, and threat analysis tools.
• Provide aerial gunnery planning, training, and range safety operations.
• Deliver instrument training and evaluations.
• Provide support for cargo and attack helicopter operations as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• CH-47F Flight Engineer Instructor (FI) Course
• Prior military service or experience; 2000 hrs total, 750 FI/SI, and 500 NG
• Experience with aerial gunnery, range operations, and aviation safety procedures.
• Proficiency in aviation mission planning tools and systems (e.g., AMPS, CHAMPS, PFPS).
• Ability to conduct and support flight training and evaluations.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) and threat analysis.
• Proficiency in developing synchronization matrices and training resource documents.
• Experience with aviation logistics, aircraft delivery, and Class V ammunition planning.
• Familiarity with U.S. Army aviation publications and regulatory compliance.

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.

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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