Propulsion Engineer
KBR•2h ago
United StatesOnsiteFull-timeMid Level2+ yrs exp
Title: Propulsion Engineer Program Summary: KBR is seeking a highly experienced Propulsion Engineer to provide advanced engineering support for C-130J and C-130H propulsion and propeller systems, including the T56-A-15, AE2100D3, 54H60, NP2000, and R391 propeller assemblies.
This role supports Air Force and international mobility customers by delivering propulsion performance analysis, fleet sustainment engineering, and airworthiness evaluations for legacy and modernized C-130 platforms
Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed propulsion system modeling, performance analysis
- mission-profile assessments for T56 and AE2100D3 engines Evaluate propeller system performance, vibration characteristics
- operational reliability for 54H60, NP2000
- R391 propeller systems Support engine/propeller integration, flight test planning
- propulsion-related airworthiness reviews Analyze engine health monitoring data, exceedance events
- maintenance trends to identify reliability drivers Lead root-cause investigations for propulsion and propeller discrepancies, including blade failures, gearbox issues
- control-system anomalies Develop engineering recommendations for system upgrades, modifications
- sustainment improvements Prepare propulsion engineering reports, technical briefings
- engineering change proposals for government and OEM stakeholders Collaborate with depot facilities, OEM engineering teams
- Air Force program offices to support fleet readiness Required: Master’s degree in aerospace, Mechanical
- related Engineering Experience with C-130J/H propulsion and propeller systems, including T56, AE2100, 54H60, NP2000
- R391 Familiarity with engine performance tools, vibration analysis
- propeller control systems (EPCS, DECU, FADEC) AFLCMC experience in Program Office Strong technical writing, analytical
- communication skills.
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Required skills
Aerospace EngineeringMechanical EngineeringPropulsion SystemsPerformance AnalysisVibration AnalysisTechnical Writing