Test Asset Configuration Manager

Title: Test Asset Configuration Manager

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.

This Test Asset Configuration Management (TACM) is in Naval Air Station (NAS) Point Mugu near Oxnard, CA. The successful candidate will support the Advanced Sensor Technologies Program Office (AST PO) and OPNAV SDC by providing Test Asset Configuration Management (TACM) for P‑8A aircraft.

Role Summary

The TACM ensures test aircraft are configured, documented, and cleared to support safe, timely, and high-quality T&E (test & evaluation) missions. The TACM serves as the focal point for managing test asset aircraft modifications, configuration baselines, and documentation. The TACM is tightly integrated with project planning, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to maintain configuration control, administer Pink Sheet processes, coordinate flight clearances, and execute inspection authority and QA acceptance functions for aircraft modification efforts. The TACM maintains a complete and auditable historical record of modifications, flight clearances, and related documents in compliance with DoD record-keeping requirements and provides quarterly audit reports to the Government.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Project Integration & Planning

• Participate in scheduling, project planning, and ITT reviews to identify risks affecting aircraft maintenance and T&E schedules.
• Provide CM impact assessments to support planning and decision making.

Pink Sheet Management & Compliance

• Pink Sheet management and ensure compliance with OPNAV SDC Instruction 13050.1 and applicable NAVAIR guidance.
• Track, route, and archive Pink Sheets; confirm alignment with engineering changes and flight clearance documentation.

Configuration Control & Record-Keeping

• Maintain accurate records of aircraft modifications, configurations, and related flight clearance documentation.
• Manage document repositories per DoD record-keeping requirements.
• Provide quarterly configuration audit reports to the Government.

Inspection Authority & Quality Assurance

• Perform inspection authority duties, verifying workmanship, conformity, and documentation for modifications.
• Support QA acceptance activities and record results.
• Notify the Government of issues impacting T&E missions and recommend corrective actions.

Flight Clearance Coordination

• Coordinate with the Flight Clearance Releasing Authority to ensure installations conform to supporting engineering and airworthiness documentation.
• Ensure as-flown configurations match approved clearances and test objectives.

Training & Process Enablement

• Train OPNAV SDC Maintenance personnel on TACM processes, Pink Sheet procedures, and documentation best practices.
• Support updates and improvements to TACM work instructions, checklists, and templates.

Basic Qualifications

• Top Secret/SSBI 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.
• BS/BA and 10 years of experience in military or commercial aircraft maintenance, modification, and/or configuration management is required.
• Hands-on experience with aircraft modification work packages, change management, and quality/inspection processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of configuration management principles (e.g., baselining, change control, status accounting, verification & audit).
• Experience maintaining DoD/Service aviation records and delivering configuration audits.
• Proficiency with technical data packages, drawings, and s-built/as-maintained documentation.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with engineering, maintenance, QA, and test teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NAVAIR processes and documentation (e.g., flight clearances, airworthiness artifacts, NATOPS context).
• Prior TACM support or documented experience with Pink Sheet processes and OPNAV SDC environments.
• Direct experience on P-8A or derivative Boeing 737 NG platforms.
• Certifications: CMII/CM2, ASQ CQI/CQA, DAU/Defense Acquisition credentials in CM/Quality/Test, A&P or equivalent military maintenance rating.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), eLogbooks, Navy data systems, or document control tools.
• Prior Inspection Authority roles and QA acceptance facilitation on aircraft mods.

Schedule & Compensation

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week.
• Compensation: $130,600 - $200,000. 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 a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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
• Flexible work schedule
• We support career advancement through professional training and development.
• 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.