Senior Acquisition and Program Management SME Level III

Title:

KBR requires a Senior Acquisition and Program Management SME, located in Dayton, OH, to support several large Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) aircraft programs and initiatives.  

Position Description:

This candidate will lead OSD, HAF, and AFLCMC-level acquisition studies to support major USAF weapon system program decisions.  The candidate will provide expert guidance and recommendations that shape acquisition strategies to multiple program offices and to OSD, HAF, and AFLCMC senior staff, including artifact development and senior leadership-level briefing preparation.  The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of training devices, simulators and the various pathways leading to acquisition execution.

Required Experience: 

The Program Management SME must demonstrate comprehensive experience and knowledge of:

• Current USAF weapon system management processes, policies and procedures

• ACAT I/II/III Program Manager functions

• Provide recommendations on the overall Acquisition Strategy, to include tailoring of milestone requirements and documentation.

• Developing ACAT I/II/III program documentation to support Request for Proposal, Milestone Decisions and Acquisition Strategies

• The Program Management SME must have at least 20 years of experience in DoD/Air Force acquisition. At least three (3) years acting as an ACAT I/II/III PM within the last 10 years.

• Candidate must possess the ability to work well as part of a team and with minimal supervision.

This position will be a key member of a high-performance, fast-paced, high visibility team.  Key management skills required:

• Knowledge in writing and responding to Federal and DoD Requests for Proposals (RFPs)

• Knowledge of DoD 5000.02 and AFLCMC Policies, Processes and

• Experience as an ACAT I/II/III Program Manager

• Experience developing ACAT I/II/III acquisition strategies and artifacts

• Program Management Level III DAWIA certification

• Problem Solving

• Critical and Creative Thinking

• Conflict resolution

• Multi-Tasking

• Clear and well-organized verbal and written communication skills

• Candidate must possess strong computer skills and must be proficient with Microsoft Office Applications

• Ability to travel

Required Education: A Master’s degree and 15 years of experience in DoD weapon system management is required.

Security Clearance Requirement: Top Secret OR able to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance.

When you become part of the KBR team, your career opportunities are endless. Our people are the heart of everything we do here at KBR. We Value our People!

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 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.

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These ideals form all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward, being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver — Together.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

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.