MQ-4C Triton Test Pilot and Project Officer

KBR • Lexington Park, MD

1d • $171,000 - $220,000

About The Position

KBR is seeking a highly qualified MQ-4C Triton Pilot to support the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), Air Test and Evaluation Squadron TWO ZERO (VX-20), at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. The role is part of KBR's aircrew services team, which supports NAVAIR test aircrew operations, and works within the VX-20 and Triton Integrated Test Team (ITT), alongside government, military, contractor, and industry personnel.

The position serves as an MQ-4C Triton Pilot and performs project officer duties for the MQ-4C test program. The pilot operates the aircraft during developmental flight tests and supports planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of test activities. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business is planned to spin off as the independent company Trinzic, expected in January 2027. Employees who join this business before the spin-off are expected to transition to Trinzic when separation is complete and will not need to reapply.

Requirements

• Graduate of a long-course test pilot school: USNTPS, USAFTPS, Empire Test Pilot School, or EPNER Test Pilot School; alternatively, at least 2,000 hours of pilot-in-command or pilot-in-command-equivalent flight time in a manned aircraft, or 500 hours in an unmanned aircraft.
• At least 5 years of related experience in test and evaluation or operational military aviation.
• Ability to direct MQ-4C test aircraft operations planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting.
• Ability to maintain an FAA Class II medical certificate.
• Qualified or previously qualified as an MQ-4 or RQ-4 pilot.
• Must have a current DoD Top Secret clearance or be able to obtain and maintain one; must also be eligible for and obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required by the contract.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 8 years of flight experience, including 4 years of flight test experience.
• At least 200 hours PIC in MQ-4C Triton aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Pilot and operate the MQ-4C Triton during developmental flight test events to evaluate aircraft, mission system, sensor, and software performance against test objectives.
• Develop test plans, test cards, and mission requirements for MQ-4C developmental test activities.
• Conduct mission planning, flight operations, and post-mission debriefs to safely execute assigned test objectives.
• Analyze test data and prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations documenting test results and aircraft or system performance.
• Coordinate with the Integrated Test Team, government program offices, aircrew, engineers, and fleet representatives to support test execution and program objectives.
• Direct test aircraft operations planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting for the MQ-4C.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and AD&D.
• Flexible spending account.
• Disability benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional training and development.
• Potential additional compensation, which may include sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed