KBR

ProjectManager(AcquisitionAdvisory)

$170–230k El Segundo, California, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“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.

Problems you'll solve

Analytical skills; Risk identification; Risk mitigation planning

Eligibility Requirements

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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