KBR, Inc.
Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist
KBR, Inc., El Segundo, California, United States, 90245
Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist
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. KBR is seeking a Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist with DoD 5000.85 and DoD 5000.87 and ACAT I experience to join our team in El Segundo, CA. You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution Develop, draft, tailor, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by DoDI 5000.02 / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD Instructions (DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87), AF, and local unit instructions and policies. Support the development of the ASP, RFI/Market Research, RPP, Milestone Statutory and Regulatory requirements, Statement of Work, Compliance and Reference Document, Contract Deliverable Requirements List, and Rights in Technical Data and Software Lead and coordinate all acquisition activities in preparing for Planning/Execution events Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate, and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design planning/execution reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements Provide program element coordination, staffing and monitoring; advise and assist government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures Qualifications Required: An active DOD Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position BS in technical field, such as engineering, math, physics, and computer science 7+ years’ experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense Experience leading DoD acquisition programs through major milestone for an ACAT I program Demonstrated understanding of DoD acquisition policies and processes and ability to apply DoD policies to program plans Demonstrated knowledge of DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87 Demonstrated ability to work effectively with DoD customers Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Desired: Top Secret Clearance MS degree Ground systems acquisition experience MILSATCOM experience Systems engineering experience Certifications in DoD acquisition Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP) Familiarity with Agile development, Jira and Confluence tools, cloud architecture systems as well as relational and non-relational databases KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. 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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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. KBR is seeking a Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist with DoD 5000.85 and DoD 5000.87 and ACAT I experience to join our team in El Segundo, CA. You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution Develop, draft, tailor, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by DoDI 5000.02 / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD Instructions (DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87), AF, and local unit instructions and policies. Support the development of the ASP, RFI/Market Research, RPP, Milestone Statutory and Regulatory requirements, Statement of Work, Compliance and Reference Document, Contract Deliverable Requirements List, and Rights in Technical Data and Software Lead and coordinate all acquisition activities in preparing for Planning/Execution events Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate, and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design planning/execution reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements Provide program element coordination, staffing and monitoring; advise and assist government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures Qualifications Required: An active DOD Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position BS in technical field, such as engineering, math, physics, and computer science 7+ years’ experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense Experience leading DoD acquisition programs through major milestone for an ACAT I program Demonstrated understanding of DoD acquisition policies and processes and ability to apply DoD policies to program plans Demonstrated knowledge of DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87 Demonstrated ability to work effectively with DoD customers Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Desired: Top Secret Clearance MS degree Ground systems acquisition experience MILSATCOM experience Systems engineering experience Certifications in DoD acquisition Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP) Familiarity with Agile development, Jira and Confluence tools, cloud architecture systems as well as relational and non-relational databases KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. 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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