Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist

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Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist

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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.

KBR is seeking a Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist to join our team in Los Angeles CA. This position requires support to senior leadership across Space Systems Command. We are seeking a highly skilled Communication Specialist who is passionate about space technology and communication.

In addition to being highly proficient in the communication field our ideal candidate is creative organized highly collaborative able to influence peers and interacts comfortably with senior leadership across the government and private industry. An individual who can also comfortably handle multiple projects simultaneously is also strongly desired.

Develop and deliver high-impact communications for SSC and enterprise programs (i.e. AATS PNT missile warning) strengthening support and enabling mission success. Translate technical information and apply critical thinking into compelling documents reports speeches briefings media articles videos and graphics. Develop communication plans and strategies that support the goals and objectives of an acquisition program office. Develop media strategies responses to media inquiries write press releases and articles to advance the strategic objectives of an acquisition program office. Coordinate the design and production of communication products and deliverables. Assist in coordinating consolidating analyzing distributing and monitoring action items suspenses and responses. Ensure program office responses and audit deliverables are staffed via Directorate processes and are provided in form and content in accordance with program office SSC and higher Air Force Space Force and DoD policies.

Experience with or knowledge of higher headquarters processes/operations is ideal.

Work Environment:

• Location: Los Angeles Air Force Base
• Travel Requirements: 10% or Less Minimal Travel
• Working Hours: Standard 40 hours per week

Qualifications:

Required:

• Clearance: Active Secret
• 12 years of experience
• BA/BS in program/project management or related field
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Products especially MS Word Outlook and PowerPoint

Desired:

• PMP
• Advanced degree in Program/Project Management
• Strong ability to translate highly technical content into thoughtful compelling and effective communication products in support of Space Systems Command customers
• Strong ability to apply strategic thinking attention to detail and situational awareness towards communication products and deliverables
• Knowledge of space acquisition processes Congress and other relevant government organizations that impact acquisition program offices
• Knowledge of the PPBE process Congress legislation policies regulations and acquisition related communication documents (i.e. R-Docs acquisitions strategies Congressional Reporting Requirements GAO reports IG)
• Strong writing verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work closely with teammates and customers across internal and external organizations.
• Strong ability to think critically and synthesize information from multiple sources into comprehensive plans and document
• Knowledge of Higher Headquarters Air Force and Space Force processes and procedures as it relates to their functional responsibility
• Speak/write Air Force Space Force and Space Acquisition terminology appropriately
• Deep understanding of mission critical aspects of space acquisition
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Goal-oriented strategic thinker who is also willing to roll up their sleeves and execute tactics

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 hours per week

Basic Compensation:

$135000- $160000

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 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.

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.