KBR, Inc

Aircraft Avionics Subject Matter Expert (SME)

KBR, Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-7 years of relevant experience in military aviation
  • Bachelor’s degree in logistics, management, business administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience with USAF maintenance tasks and systems including communication, navigation, and control systems
  • Must be a US citizen

Responsibilities

  • Drafts instructions and supports development of sustainment and project parts lists
  • Conducts historical research for aircraft systems and performs malfunction analysis
  • Performs maintenance data trend analysis and recommends solutions for deficiencies
  • Implements maintenance procedural changes and evaluates customer reports
  • Utilizes logistics skills for problem-solving and effective communication
  • Creates and presents data-driven charts/graphs to stakeholders
  • Works both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision

Benefits

  • Potential for travel 5-10% of the calendar year
  • Opportunities for professional development and progression in a specialized field
  • Engagement with Air Force stakeholders at various levels
  • Work in a collaborative environment with experienced military professionals
Full Job Description

Title:

Aircraft Avionics Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Drafts instructions, support development of various sustainment and project parts lists, performing maintenance data collection and analysis related to supply chain issues, and performing root cause analysis for maintenance and sustainment issues

  • Accomplishes historical research for aircraft systems, malfunction analysis, modification, parts replacement, components repair, standards, and specifications. Work individually to form solutions with little to no guidance, performing all duties on time and on budget, identifying barriers, briefing leadership on deviations, and submitting solutions.

  • Performs maintenance data trend analysis, failure mode and effects analysis updates, preventative maintenance package task updates, isolate and analyze aircraft functional system deficiencies, identify appropriate solutions, and assist in the production of data required to implement the improvements.

  • Recommends maintenance procedural changes and submits change recommendation documentation via change request channels.  Prepare, edit, and/or submit research, travel, technical and other reports.  Evaluate customer submitted: document change requests, deficiency reports, safety/hazard reports, and accident/incident reports to evaluate failure modes and formulate solutions.

  • Execution of responsibilities will require key logistics skills, including problem solving; critical and creative thinking; conflict resolution; multi-tasking; clear and well-organized communication skills (written, verbal and active listening); strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft office applications; and the ability to develop well-organized and credible presentations and formal written documents

  • Creates appropriate charts and graphs to record results; prepares and/or conducts presentations and briefings to Air Force stakeholders.

  • Ability to travel out of local area 5-10% of calendar year if needed.

  • Candidate must possess the ability to work well as part of a team and with minimal supervision.

Requirements

  • At least 4-7 years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in logistics, management, business administration or related field.  Note – 12 years of experience may be considered sufficient to satisfy the degree requirement

  • Experience in USAF organizations performing maintenance tasks and functions and demonstrating knowledge of Communication systems, Navigation systems, Flight control systems, Radar, Weapons control, Computer systems, and Wiring

  • Must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications

  • 15+ years' experience in USAF and/or DoD logistics and supply systems operations

  • 5-10 years of experience in maintenance roles, demonstrating a progression to higher levels of experience and proficiency

  • In-depth experience using test equipment, schematics, and technical orders

  • Experience supporting aircraft at Air Force organizational levels

  • Experience at multiple Air Force or DoD centers and geographic locations

About KBR, Inc

KBR, Inc is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides services to customers in the energy, chemical, and government sectors, among others. KBR has a global presence, with operations in over 40 countries. The company was founded in 1901 as M.W. Kellogg Company and has undergone several name changes and mergers since then. KBR is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers while also being a responsible corporate citizen.
Learn more about KBR, Inc
Size
28,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$72 million
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
NASDAQ

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