Sr Program Manager

Sr Program Manager
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

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.

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.

KBR is seeking a Senior Program Manager to provide acquisition support to the Air Force Lifecycle Management Center (AFLCMC) at Robins Air Force Base. The candidate should be experienced and successful at solving complex programmatic issues, enjoy working in a dynamic, responsive, and collaborative environment, and be dedicated to the success of our customers. This position will support acquisition and program management efforts being conducted by the Electronic Warfare Division at Robins Air Force Base. The candidate will work supporting the Division's Risk Management Program, supporting risk management activities associated with its acquisition planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide risk management analysis and deliverables to support programs across the Division portfolio.

The candidate will analyze, track, and report program risk identification and mitigation efforts and report on progress.

They will assist Government Program Managers by identifying risks, developing robust risk mitigation or avoidance strategies, then managing/tracking risk mitigation plans through completion.

Mitigation plans to be managed/tracked include those across the full programmatic spectrum of management, engineering, logistics, financial management, and contracting activities.

Risk Management activity support will include issue resolution, whether or not the issue is designated to be managed under the formal risk management program.

The successful candidate will support program design reviews, configuration management boards, Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, financial reviews and other meetings as necessary to support risk and program management activities.

Required Qualifications

BS /BA in engineering, science or business administration

10 years of experience directly related to the position

Clearance requirement: Top Secret

Comprehensive experience and knowledge of current USAF weapon system management processes, policies, and procedures. ACAT I/II/III Program Manager functions

A good working knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) Risk, Issue, and Opportunity (RIO) Management Guide for Defense Acquisition Programs practices and principles is required.

DAWIA Program Management Practitioner certification or equivalent

Knowledge of DoDI 5000.02 and AFLCMC Policies, Processes, and Procedures

Candidate must possess the ability to work well as part of a team and with minimal supervision

Key management skills required: Problem solving, critical and creative thinking, conflict resolution, multi-tasking, clear and well-organized verbal and written communication skills.

Candidate must possess strong computer skills and must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to travel

Work Environment

Location: On-Site, Warner-Robins, GA

Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%

Working Hours: Standard

Desired Qualifications

Masters degree

20+ years of experience in DoD weapon system management is strongly desired

Five (5) years minimum experience as an ACAT I/II Program Manger is strongly desired

DAWIA Program Management Advanced certification or equivalent

Familiarity with a variety of risk management software tools is desired

Experience at multiple Air Force or DoD centers

Program Management Level III DAWIA certification or equivalent

Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and active listening)

Proficiency in developing presentations (PowerPoint) and formal written documents.

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'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.

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