Senior Technical Professional - Field Engineering

Title:
Senior Technical Professional - Field Engineering

Program Summary:

KBR's Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

Job Summary:

Senior Technical Professional - Field Engineering Position

• The principal technical professional supports the F/A-18 engineering Fleet Support Team and supports the daily operations of aircraft maintenance. This position supports the Naval Aviation Enterprise by ensuring on-time modification efforts for the F/A-18 E/F & EA-18G Service Life Modification (SLM) program and the F/A-18 C/D High Flight Hour program.
• This role provides direct Subject Matter Expert team support, technical guidance, and program/project coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders to optimize maintenance execution, inspection quality, and overall aircraft readiness. Supports management and execution of pre-modification corrosion identification inspections and mitigation efforts to reduce repair growth and improve modification turnaround time. The position ensures efficient workflow management, drives data-informed technical solutions, and maintains the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational performance in accordance with Naval Policies.
• The candidate will have proven Naval Aviation maintenance management background; well-versed in F/A-18 & EA-18G systems and structural components; experience in Service Life Modification (SLM) initiatives; extensive knowledge of corrosion mitigation processes; expertise in fleet flight line operations, systems knowledge of databases such as IETMs, DECKPLATE, MRO, and Depot Issue Reporting (DIR); strong data analytics skills; proficient in conducting overall maintenance inspections, as well as possess technical directive knowledge.
• Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Role and Responsibilities:

• Serves as the program advisory lead for the F/A-18 Fleet Support Team (FST) Engineering Maintenance Readiness Team (MRT), providing technical expertise for highly time-critical projects or tasks requiring specialized knowledge in technical and modification areas.
• Supports the SLM Integrated Product Team (IPT) and SLM Program Integrators (PI) in executing SLM analytics, supports internal and site teams overseeing Pre- and Post-SLM inspections, and coordinating corrosion data collection to optimize aircraft modification efficiency. Position contributes to the creation of technical requirements for Pre- and Post-Service Life Modifications to improve repair quality, minimize modification costs, and reduce turnaround times.
• Provides program/project management support to drive completion of the F/A-18 C/D High Flight Hour and E/F Service Life Modification (SLM) programs, ensuring timely and effective team contribution to the F/A-18 aircraft full-service life extension goal of 10,000 flight hours.
• Coordinates with engineers to provide technical advice and assist with problem resolution, particularly in support of aircraft service life modifications, Life Limited Repairs and inspection processes.

• Provides oversight, guidance, and coordination across multiple stakeholders to optimize program outcomes, inspection quality, and maintenance efficiency.
• Assist the government assess the technical sufficiency, quality, and timely delivery of program deliverables.
• Collaborates with NAVAIR PMA-265, FST Engineering, TYCOM, Depot personnel, and squadron leadership to ensure effective execution of F/A-18 pre- and post-SLM inspections.
• Assist FST Structure Engineers in the management of the Life Limited Repair Program, ensuring timely completion of inspections that reduced maintenance delays and increased aircraft availability for scheduled operations and deployments.
• Provides support in the development and refinement of Depot tools (Depot Issue Reporting) to improve data collection and analysis for aircraft repair and upgrade activities. Assists in creating Focus Area Lists (FAL) to identify high-impact areas that drive better planning, reduce repair growth, and enhance overall program efficiency.
• Advise on acquisition and program management activities, offering guidance to government leadership on challenges related to modification, service life extension, delivery planning, and integration efforts. Contribute technical insights during system program reviews to ensure alignment with program objectives and readiness requirements.
• Assist in the coordination of aircraft service life event planning and process execution for efficient and effective completion of work and expeditious return to flight status.
• Ensure teams comply with CNAF 4790.2 series policies and consistently apply IETMs and NAVAIR engineering information, including drawings, publications, and bulletins, to support accurate, high-quality maintenance and modification work across all sites.
• Ensure currency of all DoD and NAVAIR Data Management policies, procedures, and industry standards.
• Participate in ongoing efforts to improve operational processes, sharing best practices and supporting initiatives that enhance quality, cost-effectiveness, and team performance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Clearance: U.S. Citizen. A current active Secret clearance is required.
• Candidate must have 12 plus years of relevant technical experience (required).
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred but a combination of education and experience that provides knowledge and exposure to the fundamental theories, principles and concepts within specific discipline can be utilized.
• Computer skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the capability to learn, use, and master the position's required computer applications.
• Well-versed in F/A-18 E-G systems and structural components, have experience in Service Life Modification (SLM) initiatives, and have extensive knowledge of corrosion mitigation processes.
• Expertise in fleet flight line operations, systems knowledge of databases such as IETMs, DECKPLATE, MRO, and Depot Issue Reporting (DIR), along with having strong data analytics capabilities.
• Proficient in conducting overall maintenance inspections, as well as possessing technical directive knowledge.
• Must be familiar with USN/USMC programs and NAVAIR data source applications.

Primary Location : San Diego, CA (onsite at customer location.)

Compensation: $117,370.00 - $176,000.00. The salary range posted is for California locations. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and in consideration of internal parity.

Benefits:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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