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Acquisition Program Manager

Location Beavercreek, Ohio Category Logistics & Government Services Job Type Full time Job Id R2105345 Posted Date 05/21/2025
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Title:

Acquisition Program Manager

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.

Job Summary: 

KBR is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Acquisition Program Manager to join an AFRL Autonomous Air Refueling Research Program focusing on cost, schedule and performance. Focusing on cost, schedule and performance, the ideal candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in acquisition management, providing critical support to the development and transition of advanced aircraft systems from AFRL to a DoD Program Office. 

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage acquisition processes for the program, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) policies and regulations with the focus being technology transition
  • Develop and maintain acquisition strategies, plans, and documentation
  • Experience developing statements of work, CDRL packages and Data Rights/IP
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, logistics, and finance, to ensure program objectives are met
  • Provide expert advice on acquisition matters, including risk management, cost estimation, and contract negotiations
  • Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions as necessary
  • Prepare and present program status reports to senior leadership and stakeholders
  • Lead the development and execution of technology transition plans

Work Environment:

  • Location: Onsite
  • Travel Requirements: Minimal
  • Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field;
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in acquisition management within the DoD or a related field
  • In-depth knowledge of DoD acquisition policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Proven track record of managing complex acquisition programs
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Active Secret Clearance

Desired:

  • Master’s degree
  • Experience with aircraft systems or related aerospace programs
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and other program management tools
  • Experience in writing and responding to Federal and DoD Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
  • Program Management Level II or III DAWIA certification
  • Knowledge of DoD 5000.02 and AFLCMC Policies, Processes, and Procedures
  • Active TS/SCI

KBR Benefits

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.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people 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 People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

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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