KBR

Defense

DirectorofExplosivesManufacturing(Contingency)

$210–320k ~AI est. Richmond, Kentucky, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Director of Explosives Manufacturing (Contingency) at KBR. Skills: Explosives manufacturing, Program execution, Defense programs. Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs. Manage program scope, schedule, budget, and risk”

Industry & Context.

Defense
Problems you'll solve

Risk mitigation

Eligibility Requirements

Travel may be required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree, 15 years managing energetic explosives manufacturing facilities, Experience managing production schedule, RBA process for existing products, Experience managing large complex defense programs, Experience managing program budgets, schedules, and risk, Knowledge of defense industry regulations, Experience in Cost Account Management, Experience in Manufacturing with Production processes, Experience leading cross-functional teams, HMX and/or RDX Production Operations Experience, Authorization to work in the United States

Nice to Have

Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field, PMP or equivalent certification, Experience scaling up New Molecule Energetics, Earned Value Management System experience, Experience supporting capture, proposal development, Executive-level communication and presentation experience

What You'll Do.

and delivery of complex programs

Serve as primary point of contact for program

Develop and maintain detailed program plans

Coordinate with R&D team for new product development

Develop detailed metrics and shop floor goals

Lead and mentor cross-functional teams

Oversee program financial performance

and mitigate program risks

Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements

Prepare and deliver program status reports

Support proposal development

Support long-range program growth strategies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Integrated program teams; Customers and stakeholders

Communication Scope

Executive briefings; Program status reports

Process & Methodology

Program management, Risk management, Budget management, Schedule management, EVMS

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