Title:
MQ-25 Aircrew Instructor
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.
KBR is seeking a highly qualified MQ-25 Aircrew Instructor to support tasking at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) for VUQ-10 and the UX-24 Test Squadron in Patuxent River/Webster Field, MD. As part of the world’s largest independent flight test organization, supporting both US Government and commercial agencies, you will be joining a highly talented and experienced aircrew services team that has provided over 40 continuous years of aircrew support for NAVAIR. As a long-term incumbent and leader in test aircrew expertise, the selected applicant will work within the VUQ-10, UX-24, and MQ-25 Integrated Test Team environments composed of government, military, contractor, and industry personnel.
Role & Responsibilities:
- This position serves as an MQ-25 Aircrew Instructor and will provide all aspects of instructor duties for the MQ-25 program, instructing both test and initial accession aircrew. This is a non-flying position.
- Training will be provided on the current aircraft configuration, capabilities, and associated ground and control equipment.
- The selected applicant will assist in developing and aligning training material with doctrinal standards, providing classroom and simulator instruction for new MQ-25 Air Vehicle Pilots (AVPs).
- When designated by appropriate approving authority, the selected applicant may conduct squadron level training in areas such as Instrument Ground School, Crew Resource Management, and NATOPS.
Basic Qualifications:
- Edu & Years of Exp: Masters’ Degree and 3 years of instructor experience or a Bachelors’ degree and 5 years of instructor experience.
- Experience maintaining training records that accurately reflect student performance and progress, documents student deficiencies and suggests corrective actions, and motivates students having problems with performance or adaptation to the flight environment.
- Experience instructing ground-based flight simulators.
- Experience developing and refining training materials to ensure they are current and up to date with the latest aircraft developments and changes.
- Clearance & Citizenship: Must have a current DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain. Contract requires US Citizenship. Applicant selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Certification: Selected applicant will obtain and maintain an Instructor NATOPS qualification
Preferred Qualifications:
- A minimum of 1,000 flight hours in fixed/rotary/unmanned aircraft
- 2 years direct experience in operation of Group 4/5 UAS
- 10 years of experience as an instructor in ground-based flight simulators is highly desired
- Aircraft carrier experience in a tactical aircraft is highly desired
- Aircraft refueling experience is highly desired
- Prior experience as a E-2 NFO, F-18 NFO, or MQ-4/MQ-9 Pilot is desired
- FRS experience
Basic Compensation: $124,000-$195,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. 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.
Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
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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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.
