C-130 Pilot

About the role

C-130 Pilot KBR is seeking a highly qualified C/KC-130 Pilot to support tasking at the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) with Air Test and Evaluation Squadron THREE ZERO (VX-30) at NAS Point Mugu, CA. 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 Test Aircrew support for NAVAIR. As a long‑term incumbent and leader in test aircrew expertise, the selected applicant will work within the VX‑30 environment composed of government, military, contractor, and industry personnel while supporting flight test and range support operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as pilot for C/KC-130 aircraft supporting flight test, aerial refueling, logistics, and post‑maintenance check flights as Aircraft Commander across legacy C‑130 platforms.
• Direct aircraft operations planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting in support of collateral tasks within the customer flight program.
• Once qualified, perform duties as an instructor for all applicable K/C-130 mission sets, including aerial refueling, logistics, and post‑maintenance check flying.
• Able to travel up to 25% as required by contract.
• Full‑time position; highly qualified part‑time applicants may be considered.

Requirements

• Education: BS Degree or graduate of Test Pilot School (USNTPS, USAFTPS, Empire Test Pilot School, or EPNER).
• Years of Experience: At least 10 years of related experience, including 3 or more years of Test Project Officer experience in military test and evaluation.
• Flight Hours/Certifications/Designations Required:
  • Minimum of 1,000 pilot hours in the C‑130 aircraft and designated as an Aircraft Commander in the C‑130.
  • Instructor experience or designation as a flight crew check pilot and a Type/Model/Series Instructor in C/KC‑130J and/or Legacy C‑130 aircraft platforms.
  • Maintain an FAA Class II medical certificate (Navy Aeromedical Standard Service Group 1 may be substituted).
  • FAA or Military instrument flight rule certified with at least an FAA Commercial Pilot's License with Multi‑Engine Land rating.
  • Meet current CNAF 3710.7 series physical and physiological minimums for C‑130 T/M/S aircrew positions.
  • Pass physical and training qualification requirements for contract aircrew support, including completion of survival and aviation physiology training.
• Clearance & Citizenship:
  • Current DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain.
  • US Citizenship required by contract.
  • Selected applicant may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree; engineering‑related masters preferred.
• Minimum of 1,500 flight hours as Pilot‑in‑Command.
• 2 years direct experience in test and evaluation of fixed‑wing aircraft.
• Graduate of one of the following test pilot schools: USNTPS, USAFTPS, Empire Test Pilot School, or EPNER Test Pilot School.

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical, dental, vision
• Life insurance
• AD&D
• Flexible spending account
• Disability
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional training and development for career