Acquisition Specialist (SETA)

Trinzic; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR’s National Security Solutions team seeks an Acquisition Specialist to provide Systems Engineer Technical Advisor (SETA) support for the Intelligence Community Customer Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED). The role involves drafting SOWs, assisting in source selection, and coordinating with contract and technical teams to advance defense and intelligence programs.

You will work under deadlines, translating program needs into requirements, tracking performance, and ensuring compliance with DoD

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Business, Engineering, Acquisition, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of federal or DoD/IC acquisition processes, contract types (e.g., IDIQ), and lifecycle phases.
• Working knowledge of systems engineering concepts and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Exposure to cost, schedule, and performance tracking concepts. Exposure to Agile methodologies or tools such as JIRA or Confluence.
• Basic understanding of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) concepts.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to learn and apply policies, compliance requirements, and acquisition regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and drafting of Statements of Work (SOWs) for system acquisitions under guidance from senior acquisition staff.
• Assist in defining proposal evaluation criteria and participate in source selection activities, including reviewing contractor proposals for completeness and compliance.
• Help monitor contractor performance across cost, schedule, and technical metrics; support analysis and reporting to leadership.
• Contribute to oversight of Task Orders under IDIQ contracts, including tracking deliverables and supporting execution of enterprise software and services programs.
• Provide support to the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) by gathering data and preparing inputs on contractor performance.
• Assist in translating high-level program needs and Agile epics into basic system requirements and supporting documentation.
• Identify program risks and support the development of mitigation strategies under supervision.
• Review contractor deliverables (e.g., CDRLs) for format, completeness, and basic technical alignment; elevate issues as needed.
• Maintain acquisition documentation, records, and reports to support program execution and compliance.
• Collaborate with technical teams, program managers, and contracting personnel to support acquisition planning and execution.

Skills

Clearance management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Agile/SAFe familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree ( BS/BA ) in Business, Engineering, Acquisition, or related field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Title:

Acquisition Specialist (SETA)

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

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.

Who You Are:

KBR is seeking a motivated Acquisition Specialist to join our team and provide Systems Engineer Technical Advisor (SETA) support for the Intelligence Community Customer Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED). GED plays a critical role in enabling the Intelligence Community Customer to plan and execute intelligence-gathering missions, transforming collected data into useful information for the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) users.

In this role, you will have the chance to design, develop, test, and deliver products that support our customers’ advanced systems. In support of GED Front Office, Chief Architect, Integrated Intelligence Program Office, Advanced Ground Office, and Enterprise Data Applications and Platforms. You'll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams focused on hardware, software, system integration, and data analysis to help achieve important missions and meet requirements.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the development and drafting of Statements of Work (SOWs) for system acquisitions under guidance from senior acquisition staff.

• Assist in defining proposal evaluation criteria and participate in source selection activities, including reviewing contractor proposals for completeness and compliance.

• Help monitor contractor performance across cost, schedule, and technical metrics; support analysis and reporting to leadership.

• Contribute to oversight of Task Orders under IDIQ contracts, including tracking deliverables and supporting execution of enterprise software and services programs.

• Provide support to the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) by gathering data and preparing inputs on contractor performance.

• Assist in translating high-level program needs and Agile epics into basic system requirements and supporting documentation.

• Identify program risks and support the development of mitigation strategies under supervision.

• Review contractor deliverables (e.g., CDRLs) for format, completeness, and basic technical alignment; elevate issues as needed.

• Maintain acquisition documentation, records, and reports to support program execution and compliance.

• Collaborate with technical teams, program managers, and contracting personnel to support acquisition planning and execution.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Business, Engineering, Acquisition, or a related field.

• Working knowledge of federal or DoD/IC acquisition processes, contract types (e.g., IDIQ), and lifecycle phases.

• Working knowledge of systems engineering concepts and software development lifecycle (SDLC) principles.

• Exposure to cost, schedule, and performance tracking concepts. Exposure to Agile methodologies or tools such as JIRA or Confluence.

• Basic understanding of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) concepts.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to learn and apply policies, compliance requirements, and acquisition regulations.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with NRO SIGINT or other IC mission domains.

• Relevant certifications, such as DAWIA/DAU, PMP or CAPM.

• Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or SysML concepts is a plus.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Basic Compensation:

$112,200 –137,100 annum (This range is for the VA area only)

The rate offered will be based on the selected candidate’s work location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience, contract affordability and consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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’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.