Program Delivery Manager - Gridstations, Statcom & OHL-Electrical

Title

Program Delivery Manager - Gridstations, Statcom & OHL-Electrical

Company: KBR-Abu Dhabi

Location: Abu Dhabi

Experience Required: 12+ years in water transmission projects

Employment Type: Full-time, Contract

About Company

"Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."

Title:Flight Test Engineer/NFO

Program Summary

KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of Defense, 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

KBR is seeking a Flight Test Engineer/NFO to join our Team. This role supports tasking at Naval Air Station (NAS) Point Mugu near Oxnard, CA. The successful candidate will provide qualified Flight Test Engineering and Navy Flight Officer (NFO) support during airborne system testing and reporting for the Navy’s Advanced Sensor Technologies Program Office (AST PO). The work is primarily conducted in and around the Point Mugu area, but up to 35% travel is required.

Role And Responsibilities

• Systems operator for P-8A training flights, support services flights (logistics, transport, VIP, demonstration), maintenance, acceptance testing, and flight testing (operational test, developmental test, Integration and test, and science and technology).
• Participates in all aircrew training, ground training, and flight training.
• Preparing and executing detailed test plans. Preparing test reports. Supporting technical meetings. Supporting acquisition reviews and milestone decisions.
• 35% Travel is required for this role.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• BS/BA & 8 years of experience OR AA/AS & 12 years of experience OR High School Diploma & 16 years of experience.
• Must have at least 8 years of experience in the operational employment of airborne search, detection, and tracking systems, as utilized on maritime surveillance aircraft.
• Experience working in aviation testing is required.
• Personnel and program management experience is required.
• An active top secret level security clearance. Must have completed a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) within the past six (6) years or currently enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program. Contract requires U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to travel as required by contract.
  
  

Designations/Certifications/Aircraft Requirements

• A minimum of 1500 hours in the P-3/P-8 family of aircraft
• Past or current designations as a P-3 or P-8 Tactical Coordinator (TACCO) and Mission Commander
• The ability to maintain physical standards for flight status
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Operational experience with DoD active-duty customers
• Experience with AST systems such as Littoral Surveillance Radar System (LSRS) or Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS)
• DT and/or OT systems test experience of P-3/P-8 family systems.
• Recent experience with RDT&E and/or acquisition for advanced military electronics/computer systems.
• Advanced Sensor Technologies Program Office experience.
• A Test Pilot School Graduate will be preferred.
  
  

Scheduled Weekly Hours

• 40 hours/week
  
  

Compensation

• $131,000-196,500.
  
  

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and in consideration of internal parity.

KBR Benefits

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. Click here to learn more:  KBR Benefits.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

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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