KBR
ProjectManager(AcquisitionAdvisory)
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“Project Manager (Acquisition Advisory) at KBR. Skills: Acquisition advisory, Space systems, Program support. Provide acquisition, engineering, and technical advisory support. Provide expert advice on space acquisition”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Risk identification; Risk mitigation planning
Active TS clearance with SCI, Willing to take Polygraph, Highly classified environment experience
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Active TS clearance with SCI, Master's Degree in related technical field, 10+ years of experience, 6 years of experience in DoD support, Well versed in DoD/IC acquisition lifecycle processes
Nice to Have
PMP Certified, Previous SAP, Experience working in Government or FFRDC
What You'll Do.
and technical advisory support
Provide expert advice on space acquisition
and performance assessments
Draft and revise JCIDS and acquisition documentation
Prepare technical and programmatic status reports
Identify areas for acquisition process improvement
Support development of government risk program
Support program financial management
Review and analyze contractor deliverables
Identify discrepancies in contractor deliverables
Maintain awareness of program schedules
Monitor acquisition implementation
Report requirement shortfalls
Provide assessments based on risk data
Advise on and participate in technical meetings
Assist with source selection activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interface with government teams; Interface with engineering contractor teams; Coordinate with government program managers; Coordinate functional meetings
Communication Scope
Technical evaluations; Program status reports; SME-level reports
Process & Methodology
Acquisition lifecycle, Program management, Risk management, Financial management, Schedule monitoring
Full Job Description
**Title:** Project Manager (Acquisition Advisory) Project Manager– Acquisition & Program Advisory (Space Systems Command) **_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_** **Position Summary** KBR is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to join our Hemisphere team. Work location is El Segundo, CA supporting Space Systems Command (SSC). Successful candidates will have over 10 years of experience in contracting, acquisition lifecycle and associated processes to include legal practices, policy, and regulatory development, review, and compliance. In addition, applicants will have experience working in a highly classified environment, supporting protect and defend missions within the space control domain area. **Responsibilities include:** * Provide acquisition, engineering, and technical advisory support for space programs across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle. This role requires deep knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, strong analytical skills, and the ability to interface with both government and multi-disciplined engineering contractor teams. * **Acquisition Lifecycle Support:** Provide
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