ILS2: Transportation Operations Coordinator ( Contingency )

KBR, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Hawaii is seeking an ILS2: Transportation Operations Coordinator to support contingency mobility and rapid-response transportation for Task 5 operations.

The role requires coordinating assets, movement plans, and cross-organizational collaboration to ensure mission readiness in dynamic environments. Responsibilities span passenger movement, equipment transport, and medical evacuation support, with a focus on synchronization, risk management, and effective communication with

Qualifications

• College degree in business, logistics or related field; 4–7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in transportation operations, logistics coordination, mobility operations, deployment support, or contingency response activities.
• Knowledge of transportation planning, movement coordination, logistics operations, and operational support principles.
• Experience coordinating activities across multiple organizations and stakeholders in fast-paced environments.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.
• Military transportation or contingency operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation and mobility activities supporting Task 5 contingency, emergency response, and expeditionary operations.
• Support rapid-response transportation requirements associated with crisis response and natural disasters.
• Synchronize movement support operations and coordinate transportation resources to support mission execution.
• Coordinate with Government personnel, logistics teams, transportation providers, and contingency response organizations.
• Support transportation coordination for passenger movement, equipment transport, and supply delivery.
• Assist with CASEVAC, MEDEVAC, patient movement, and other mission-critical transportation requirements.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Transportation operations

Mobility operations

DoD knowledge

Security clearance ability

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/logistics or related field

Job description

Title:

ILS2: Transportation Operations Coordinator ( Contingency )

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

Program Summary

KBR’s Exploration & Logistics (E&L) business unit delivers mission-critical solutions supporting global defense, federal civilian, logistics, engineering, and space exploration missions. E&L provides integrated capabilities across logistics and sustainment, mission operations, engineering services, readiness and modernization programs, scientific research support, and exploration initiatives in some of the world’s most complex and challenging environments.

The business unit supports customers across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies, and commercial partners, delivering innovative solutions that enhance mission readiness, operational effectiveness, and long-term mission success.

Job Summary

The Transportation Operations Coordinator provides operational transportation coordination and contingency mobility support for Task 5 emergent operations activities in support of the ILS2 Task Order. This role is responsible for coordinating rapid-response transportation activities, supporting contingency mobility operations, synchronizing movement support functions, and facilitating mission-critical transportation requirements associated with regional crises, natural disasters, partner nation support missions, and national-level taskings.

Working closely with Government leadership, mission partners, logistics teams, transportation personnel, communications support staff, cyber support teams, operational stakeholders, and contingency response organizations, the Transportation Operations Coordinator helps ensure transportation activities remain operationally synchronized, responsive, and aligned with mission objectives. The position supports a wide range of mobility requirements, including passenger movement, equipment transport, medical evacuation support, supply distribution, deployable operational platforms, and contingency operations. Through effective coordination and rapid response planning, this role contributes to mission success by maintaining transportation readiness and operational agility in dynamic and evolving environments.

This position is contingent upon award of the contract.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation and mobility activities supporting Task 5 contingency, emergency response, and expeditionary operations.
• Support rapid-response transportation requirements associated with crisis response, natural disasters, partner nation support missions, and other emergent operational activities.
• Synchronize movement support operations and coordinate transportation resources to support mission execution requirements.
• Coordinate with Government personnel, logistics teams, transportation providers, communications support personnel, cyber support teams, and contingency response organizations to ensure effective operational integration.
• Support transportation coordination for passenger movement, equipment transport, supply delivery, and operational support missions.
• Assist with coordination of CASEVAC, MEDEVAC, patient retrieval, and other mission-critical transportation requirements as directed.
• Support mobility planning and transportation readiness activities associated with deployable operational platforms and expeditionary operations.
• Monitor transportation activities and provide operational updates, movement status reports, and transportation coordination support to leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify transportation constraints, operational risks, and mobility challenges and assist in the implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Support continuity of operations by ensuring transportation resources and movement support capabilities remain available and responsive during contingency situations.

Basic Qualifications

• Typically requires a college or University Degree in Business related disciplines that focus on Supply Chain, Purchasing and/or Logistics or the related combination of education and experience that provides knowledge and exposure to the fundamental theories, principles and concepts within the specified discipline. May be entry level for those with an advanced degree. Typically requires 4 to 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting transportation operations, logistics coordination, mobility operations, deployment support, or contingency response activities.
• Knowledge of transportation planning, movement coordination, logistics operations, and operational support principles.
• Experience coordinating activities across multiple organizations and stakeholders in fast-paced operational environments.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing requirements and respond effectively to changing operational conditions.
• Experience preparing operational reports, transportation status updates, and coordination documentation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, federal government, contingency operations, humanitarian assistance, disaster response, or expeditionary missions.
• Knowledge of mobility operations, deployment planning, transportation management, and emergency response coordination.
• Experience supporting CASEVAC, MEDEVAC, patient movement, or emergency transportation operations.
• Familiarity with Joint operations, operational planning processes, and contingency response frameworks.
• Experience coordinating transportation activities across geographically dispersed locations and international environments.
• Prior military service or military transportation, logistics, or mobility operations experience.
• Professional certifications such as Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or similar credentials.

The expected salary range for this position in Hawaii is $86,400 - $129,600 (update as required). Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, work location, and other job-related factors. This range is provided in accordance with Hawaii pay transparency requirements and applies to candidates working in Hawaii.

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.