RQ-4 Pilot

KBR's Defense Systems Engineering (DSE) unit provides technical solutions in systems engineering, AI (Artificial Intelligence), C6ISR, and missile defense for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Supporting defense modernization and national security across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace, DSE ensures customer satisfaction with its expertise in scientific research, engineering, and mission operations.

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Job Summary

KBR is seeking an experienced RQ-4 Pilot to support Department of Defense flight test events. As part of one of the world’s largest independent flight test organizations supporting both US Government agencies and industry, you’ll join an exceptionally talented and experienced team that has provided over 40 continuous years of operational support to many customers, contributing transformative capabilities for our national defense. As an RQ-4 Pilot with KBR, you will collaborate with a broader team fostering innovation and excellence as you contribute to enterprise-level, agile testing and evaluation infrastructure supporting rapid systems acquisition for the warfighter. Join our team at KBR and be at the forefront of future test range operations, contributing directly to our continued success and national security. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and thrive within a dynamic environment alongside dedicated professionals, apply now and let's shape the future together!

Roles and Responsibilities :

• The RQ-4 Pilot is responsible for the safe operation of the RQ-4 and its associated systems through all phases of ground and flight operations, including normal, abnormal, and emergency situations with strict adherence to DCMA regulations and company policy.
• Conduct pre-flight planning and perform post-flight ground debrief with maintenance, test personnel, and other aircrew members.
• Coordinate with mission management, maintenance, and sensor operator personnel to ensure successful mission execution.
• Responsible for the operation of assigned aircraft in flight and for ensuring the safe operation of the aircraft and systems.
• Pilot the aircraft safely from point of origin to destination and maneuver the aircraft to support operational tests and collection of associated ancillary data.
• Use existing procedures to solve problems in complicated situations; analyzes viable solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents.
• Locate, understand, interpret, and adhere to applicable DOD, FAA, DCMA, and other organizational regulations and guidance.
• Maintain flight currency in accordance with current regulations.
• May direct aircraft operations planning, scheduling, execution, and debriefing in support of collateral tasks within the organization’s flight program.
• May instruct or evaluate more junior employees and / or customers in the interpretation of industry technical standards.
• May include mentoring or advisory responsibilities; provides informal task guidance to new / less experienced team members.
• Up to 15% travel required.
• Up to 10% night shift.

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Preferred Qualifications :

Greatly Preferred Qualifications :

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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.

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and / or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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