Helicopter Programs SME - UH-60/CH-47 Expert

Kratos Space Training & Cyber; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense seeks an experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) for MH/CH-47 helicopter platforms to support engineering, manufacturing, and test activities across the program life cycle. You translate requirements into actionable specifications, guide design and verification efforts, and communicate with stakeholders at all levels to ensure compliance and performance.

On-site role requiring strong QA/inspection background, leadership of cross‑functional teams, and relevant certifications such

Qualifications

• Operational knowledge of MH/CH-47 helicopters aligned with US Army MOS 15U.
• Technical inspector experience.
• Quality assurance and production control experience.
• People leadership and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead or participate in workgroups requiring specialized knowledge across engineering, manufacturing, and test events throughout the program life cycle.
• Define requirements and recommend technical approaches; translate requirements into actionable outcomes.
• Oversee development, testing, and implementation of technical solutions; validate against requirements.

Skills

Operational Systems Knowledge

People Leadership

Quality Assurance

Production Control

Technical Inspection

Education

Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license

FAA Part 65 Aircraft Maintenance

Government Flight and Ground Certification CMA 241

Government Contracting

Job description

Kratos Defense seeks an experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) for MH/CH-47 helicopter platforms to support engineering, manufacturing, and test activities across the program life cycle. You translate requirements into actionable specifications, guide design and verification efforts, and communicate with stakeholders at all levels to ensure compliance and performance.

On-site role requiring strong QA/inspection background, leadership of cross‑functional teams, and relevant certifications such