C-130 Avionics SME

KBR • Beavercreek, OH

10d

About The Position

KBR is hiring an experienced C-130 Avionics SME to support avionics integration, modernization, and sustainment for C-130J and C-130H aircraft. The work includes systems that interface with propeller control systems such as NP2000, R391, and 54H60 electronic control units. The role helps ensure avionics and propulsion-related systems operate safely and reliably and comply with Air Force and OEM requirements.

The position supports avionics system design, integration, troubleshooting, and modernization; evaluation of avionics interfaces with propeller control systems; avionics upgrades; system-level troubleshooting; and engineering support for testing, certification, and airworthiness. It also includes developing engineering documentation, test plans, and technical reports.

KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide, with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. Its Mission Technology Solutions business is expected to spin off as the independent company Trinzic in January 2027. Employees who join that business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or 10 years of related experience.
• Experience with C-130J/H avionics systems and avionics-to-propeller control interfaces.
• Strong understanding of aircraft wiring, data buses, and avionics integration.

Responsibilities

• Support avionics system design, integration, troubleshooting, and modernization for C-130J digital avionics and C-130H legacy and modernized systems.
• Review and interpret wiring diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), avionics architecture documents, and MIL-STD-1553/ARINC data bus interfaces.
• Evaluate avionics interfaces with propeller control systems, including EPCS, DECU, FADEC, and NP2000 electronic propeller controls.
• Support avionics upgrades such as ADS-B, GPS/INS, TACAN, CNS/ATM, mission-computer enhancements, and cockpit modernization.
• Conduct system-level troubleshooting for navigation, communication, flight-control, and mission-system anomalies.
• Provide engineering input for ground and flight test procedures, certification activities, and airworthiness assessments.
• Develop engineering documentation, test plans, and technical reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior