KBR Careers · 4 months ago
Senior Acquisition Lead
El Segundo, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$162K/yr - $190K/yr
12+ years expKBR is a leading provider of engineering and advanced technology solutions, particularly in the national security domain. The Senior Acquisition Lead will play a crucial role in supporting the US Space Force by providing expert advice on acquisition strategies and leading systems engineering efforts for satellite communication systems.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Provides expert advice to the Government Program Manager and Senior Space Force leadership regarding acquisition strategies, contracting, budgeting, and program execution
Provides expertise in software acquisition within the DoD to include classified ACAT-like space control systems
Offers strategic approaches for developing documentation required to support Defense Acquisition Boards
Highly knowledgeable in developing and coordinating all activities and documentation required to support source selections
Demonstrated experience with Air Force contracting and Air Force financial management
Serves as team lead for acquisition and systems engineering professionals
Supports ongoing and emerging program acquisitions
Provides expertise in schedule management of DoD programs
Serves as a strategic problem solver for the program office and refines acquisition strategies
Identifies program execution issues and provides accompanying solution recommendations
Drafts presentation materials, status briefings, and strategic communication inputs
Performs analyses of program business cases and risk assessments
Provides actionable recommendations to the Government Program Manager
Develops and collaborates on acquisition planning briefings and documents (AoA, ASP, ASD, J&A, etc.)
Develops and collaborates on solicitation planning and execution documents (RFPs, SOWs, CDRLs, Incentive Plans, etc.)
Drafts technical evaluations and functions as an advisor in Source Selections
Qualification
Required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required for this position
Bachelor's Degree in related science field (i.e. systems engineering, software engineering, etc.)
12 years of applicable job experience
Organization capability with ability to handle competing priorities
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to customers, senior leaders, and stakeholders
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Preferred
Understands Program Management of ACAT I through ACAT III programs
Previously served as an evaluator/advisor on at least one Source Selection
Experience with Confluence and JIRA
Certifications: DAWIA/APDP Program Management Level III, Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or PMP Program Management Professional (PgMP)
Experience with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, and Tactical SATCOM or COMSATCOM
Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients
Benefits
401K plan with company match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
AD&D
Flexible spending account
Disability
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Company
KBR Careers
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Becky Sewell
Chief Training Officer (CTO)
Dana Dorsey
Sr. VP, Chief Financial Officer
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