KBR

National Security

AcquisitionContractingSpecialist

$130–170k El Segundo, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Acquisition Contracting Specialist at KBR. Skills: Acquisition contracting, DoD acquisition lifecycle, Federal acquisition. Apply knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD contracting. Navigate and manage contracting actions”

What You'll Achieve.

Drive contract execution; Enable successful program outcomes

Industry & Context.

National Security
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving acumen

Eligibility Requirements

Active Top Secret clearance, SCI eligibility

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Active Top Secret clearance, Bachelor’s degree in related field, 3-10 years DoD, Air Force, or SSC experience

Nice to Have

Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C), Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM), Prior Procurement Contracting Officer (PCO) or Buyer experience

What You'll Do.

Apply knowledge of FAR

Navigate and manage contracting actions

Manage event-based processing of contractual documentation

Prioritize and execute tasks

Exercise critical thinking abilities

Employ proactive measures to mitigate problems

Serve as contributor to government contract requests for

Provide contracts guidance to management

Interpret contract terms

Ensure timely review and communication of contract modifications

Support efforts to obtain requisite approvals

Demonstrate awareness of U. S. Space Force organizations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work seamlessly with team members; Collaborate with Contracting Officers; Collaborate with acquisition teams; Foster effective team collaboration

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication

Process & Methodology

Acquisition lifecycle, Adaptive Acquisition Framework

Full Job Description

**Title:** Acquisition Contracting Specialist Acquisition Contracting 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. **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. **_This is a contingent position based upon contract award_** KBR is seeking experienced **Acquisition Contracting Specialists** with deep expertise in DoD, Federal, and Air Force acquisition lifecycles. The ideal candidate will have a proven background supporting Space Systems Command (SSC) and developing acquisition and contracting strategies in complex, mission-driven environments. In this role, you will provide critical support to the Government on the Hemisphere contract, contributing to source selections, advising program stakeholders, and supporting the management of IDIQ contracts and follow-on acquisition efforts. You will collaborate closely with Contracting Officers and acquisition teams to drive contract execution, ensure compliance, and enable successful program outcomes. **Responsibilities:** * Apply deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD contracting protocols, including traditional acquisitions and modern, agile methodologies under the Adaptive Acquisition Framework * Navigate and manage contracting actions such as change p

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