Acquisition Program Manager

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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

KBR is seeking a dynamic Program Management Subject Matter Expert (SME) to augment our team in Washington DC supporting groundbreaking initiatives for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC/WL). As a key player in several large-scale aircraft programs you will lead critical acquisition studies that shape the future of USAF weapon systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical analysis integration of such aspects of program management as engineering procurement financial management environmental management configuration
• Ensure program requirements and statements of work capture and are planned to the level of detail required for execution.
• Develop requirements Milestone documentation and provide technical writing expertise for deliverables
• Participate in an advisory role to conduct analysis draft and deliver source selection evaluation inputs
• Person within Headquarters (HQ) U.S. Air Force office of primary responsibility who is directly responsible for a given program and all documentation needed to harmonize the program in the budget.
• Provide recommendations to ensure project information integrates into existing program strategy
• Employ integration communication coordination organizational and planning expertise to technical and acquisition efforts across numerous functional disciplines
• Perform a range of program management activities such as gathering a variety of program information; conducting analyses; developing program strategies; milestone planning tracking and scheduling; establishing and maintaining databases
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations shaping acquisition strategies for multiple program offices and senior staff
• Develop comprehensive program documentation to support milestone decisions and acquisition strategies
• Extensive experience in USAF weapon system management
• Proven history in ACAT I/II/III Program Manager functions
• Ability to provide strategic recommendations and tailor milestone requirements
• Strong problem-solving critical thinking and conflict resolution skills
• Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-visibility team environment

Work Environment:

• Location: Washington DC region with frequent visits to Pentagon
• Travel Requirements: 20% primarily to Dayton OH
• Working Hours: Standard 40hrs/wk.

Required Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree and 25 years of experience in DoD/Air Force Acquisition.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience as an ACAT I/II/III PM within the last 10 years.
• Active Top Secret security clearance required

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in writing and responding to Federal and DoD Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Program Management Level II or III DAWIA certification.
• Knowledge of DoD 5000.02 and AFLCMC Policies Processes and Procedures.

Basic Compensation:

$139000 to $191000

This range is for the National Average

$160000 to $220000

This range is for the Washington DC area only

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge skills abilities and/or experience 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 sign on bonus relocation benefits short term incentives long term incentives or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Ready to Make a Difference

If you are excited about making a significant impact in the field of defense and working on projects that matter we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let us 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.

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.