C-17 Lead Specialist, Program Management

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KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security this position your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.

Why Join Us

• Innovative Projects: KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering logistics operations science program management mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Job Summary

You will function as a key C-17 Globemaster III Program Management specialist working as part of the C-17 Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLOS) Integrated Product Team (IPT) to execute program management duties and functions related to the BLOS modification. This includes efforts such as production of acquisition documentation risk identification and mitigation planning. You will independently collaborate with C-17 functional teams and HQ AFMC personnel to support the C-17 BLOS IPT in tracking program execution schedules issues and actions. You will facilitate contract asset delivery tracking hardware status tracking and Military Equipment Valuation reporting. You will apply your expertise to contribute to an efficient and effective implementation of the C-17 BLOS modification program making key contributions to enhance the C-17s ability to rapidly project and sustain an effective combat force close to potential battle areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Update or develop milestone documentation supporting the C-17 BLOS programs acquisition strategy and supporting the Fielding Control Board and Milestone C approval
• Develop and manage risk management plans for risks associated with the C-17 BLOS program.
• Ensure timely and accurate tracking of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) Line Replaceable Units (LRUs)
• Track and maintain current status of ordered items (such as communication or SATCOM kits ARC-210 radios etc)
• Support C-17 Program Management Reviews (PMRs) IPT Meetings and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance
• Create the documents associated with the Military Equipment Valuation (MEV) process for the C-17 BLOS program ensuring data reporting accuracy for each MEV data call

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site at Robins Air Force Base with some remote work allowable (20%)
• Travel Requirements: Minimal travel required (0-20%)
• Working Hours: 8 hours scheduled per day with core hours 0900-1530. Schedule flex allowable with supervisors permission.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in a technical discipline
• 10 years of experience directly related to the job requirements
• Experience managing an ACAT III program as the primary program manager or the deputy
• Four or more years of experience in an Air Force Systems Program Office (SPO) supporting acquisition
• Detailed understanding of DoD Instruction 5000.02 Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Certification in Program Management at Level I or Practitioner levels

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience at multiple Air Force or DoD sites while executing acquisition functions
• Six or more years of experience drafting and/or updating DoD acquisition documentation in support of formal DoD acquisition programs
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Certification in Program Management at Level III or Advanced levels
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute

Ready to Make a Difference

If youre excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Lets shape the future together.

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.

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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.