CH-47 Subject Matter Expert (SME)
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Job Location:
Huntsville, AL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Title:
CH-47 Subject Matter Expert (SME)Program Summary
KBRs Missile Aviation and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs specializing in aviation and ground systems integrated air and missile defense and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War MAGS provides innovative technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework KBR ensures secure effective and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.
Job Summary
KBR is seeking a highly skilled CH47F Block II Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the MidTier Acquisition (MTA) Rapid Fielding effort for the Armys premier heavy-lift this role you will apply deep technical expertise to ensure successful production integration and delivery of the CH47F Block II fleet to the warfighter.
This is a high-impact position supporting one of the Armys most critical modernization programs. If youre ready to lead mentor and solve complex challenges across engineering production quality and logisticsthis role is for you.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Platform Expertise & Problem Solving
- Provide in-depth technical knowledge of CH47F Block II systems subsystems and components.
- Identify analyze and resolve platform-specific engineering production and logistical challenges.
- Support the successful execution of the Block II MTA Rapid Fielding schedule.
- Engineering & Production Documentation Analysis
- Conduct detailed technical reviews of:
- Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs)
- Engineering drawings and technical data
- Manufacturing records NCRs and NOEs
- Deliver clear concise and actionable recommendations to accelerate review cycles and prevent delays.
- Collaboration Communication & Knowledge Transfer
- Develop and present executive-level briefings and technical summaries to Government leadership.
- Conduct mentorship and targeted training for Soldiers Government personnel and contractor staff.
- Facilitate cross-team communication to drive alignment and rapid decision-making.
- Production Quality and Supply Chain Oversight
- Oversee day-to-day execution of active CHPMO production contracts.
- Coordinate with Engineering Quality Assurance Logistics and Supply Chain organizations to meet cost schedule performance and safety requirements.
- Lead or support assessments including:
- Production Readiness Assessments (PRAs)
- Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs)
- Supplier capability and quality audits
- Identify risks and validate production readiness.
- Training & Enterprise Capability Development
- Develop and deliver formal and informal training on Block II systems production nuances and operational employment.
- Lead a structured knowledge transfer program to build a self-sustaining level of expertise across the enterprise.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field ( 8 years of military/industry experience may be substituted in lieu of degree)
- 12 years of applicable experience
- Must possess a current Secret Security Clearance
- Experience with CH47F Block II configuration engineering production or sustainment.
- Experience analyzing engineering drawings ECPs NCRs and quality/manufacturing documentation.
- Experience briefing senior Government leadership and produce high-quality technical documentation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- DAWIA certification (Engineering PM or Logistics).
- PMP or Lean Six Sigma certification.
- Former CH47 Warrant Officer or OEM (Boeing) engineering/production experience.
- Masters degree and/or Ph.D in Engineering Systems Engineering or Program Management
- Background in Army Aviation aerospace engineering production engineering or lifecycle logistics.
- Experience supporting DoD acquisition programs; MTA or rapid fielding experience preferred.
- Experience planning and executing PRAs PCAs or supplier audits.
- Demonstrated mentorship and training experience with Soldiers Government staff or OEM teams.
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.
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 teams 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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