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Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist

Full-time

KBR

Title:
Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

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

KBR is seeking a Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist with DoD 5000.85 and DoD 5000.87 and ACAT I experience to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract.

You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF to provide acquisition management development and support.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force's Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force's acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Why Join Us?
  • Innovative Projects: KBR's 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.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution
  • Develop, draft, tailor, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by DoDI 5000.02 / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD Instructions (DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87), AF, and local unit instructions and policies.
  • Support the development of the ASP, RFI/Market Research, RPP, Milestone Statutory and Regulatory requirements, Statement of Work, Compliance and Reference Document, Contract Deliverable Requirements List, and Rights in Technical Data and Software
  • Lead and coordinate all acquisition activities in preparing for Planning/Execution events
  • Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate, and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings
  • Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design planning/execution reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements
  • Provide program element coordination, staffing and monitoring; advise and assist government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures
Work Environment:
  • Location: On-site
  • Travel Requirements: Minimal
  • Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications:

Required:
  • An active DOD Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years' experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense
  • Experience leading DoD acquisition programs through major milestone for an ACAT I program
  • Demonstrated understanding of DoD acquisition policies and processes and ability to apply DoD policies to program plans
  • Demonstrated knowledge of DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with DoD customers
  • Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desired:
  • Top Secret Clearance
  • Master's degree
  • Ground systems acquisition experience
  • MILSATCOM experience
  • Systems engineering experience
  • Certifications in DoD acquisition
  • Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP)
  • Familiarity with Agile development, Jira and Confluence tools, cloud architecture systems as well as relational and non-relational databases
Basic Compensation: $99,700 to $164,00 in California

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you're 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.

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 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.
Vacancy posted 27 days ago
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