Junior Program Analyst

KBR, Inc; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Junior Program Analyst in Lexington Park, MD to support Foreign Military Sales activities on the Australian F/A-18 Super Hornet and Growler programs. You will coordinate events, collaborate across engineering, logistics, and finance, and assist with documentation and reporting.

The role requires a BS/BA with up to 3 years of experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. A DoD security mindset and strong communication skills are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• BS/BA and 0-3 years of experience in program management, technical or business analysis discipline.
• Proficiency with key software tools including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Knowledge of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Defense Security Assistance Programs, including associated policies, processes, and procedures.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition regulations—particularly the DoD 5000-series—is desired to support program planning, documentation, and international partner coordination.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear written products, deliver concise briefings, and coordinate effectively with technical, financial, logistics, and international stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support major program events, including TIMs, PMRs, LPRs, CDPRs, and other cross‑functional groups.
• Facilitate collaboration across engineering, logistics, financial, and program management stakeholders to ensure alignment and progress.
• Lead foreign visit coordination for the Australian F‑18 team by developing and processing RAAF visit requests.
• Manage planning for new requirements and maintain tracking of all visit actions to ensure timely approvals and proper documentation.
• Provide direct program support to the F/A‑18 Program Manager and Deputy PM on resource planning and contracting actions.
• Contribute to program oversight by tracking task execution and assisting with issue resolution.
• Prepare program correspondence and briefing materials; maintain files and track action items.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to aircraft acquisition and product support programs.
• Develop and maintain program documentation and ensure compliance with DoD security and data management standards.
• Support technology transfer and foreign disclosure by preparing required documentation and routing through review channels.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

BS/BA in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

SharePoint

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

Title: Junior Program Analyst

KBR is seeking a Junior Program Analyst to join our Team! Be part of a dynamic team of talented professionals supporting the exciting world of Foreign Military Sales on the Australian F/A-18 Super Hornet and Growler Program. This position is in Lexington Park, MD.

Role and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support major program events, including Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Logistics Program Reviews (LPRs), Capability Development Program Reviews (CDPRs), and other cross‑functional working groups.
• Facilitate collaboration across engineering, logistics, financial, and program management stakeholders to ensure alignment, maintain program cohesion, and drive progress toward established objectives.
• Lead foreign visit coordination activities for the KBR Australian F‑18 team by developing, submitting, and processing Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) visit requests.
• Manage planning for new requirements, maintain comprehensive tracking of all visit actions, and ensure timely completion of approvals, signatures, and supporting documentation in accordance with international engagement and security policies.
• Provide direct program support to the F/A‑18 Program Manager and Deputy Program Manager, assisting with resource planning, workload allocation, and monitoring of contracting actions.
• Contribute to program oversight by tracking task execution, identifying issues, and supporting resolution of programmatic and contractual matters.
• Prepare formal and informal program correspondence, including letters, memoranda, presentations, point papers, and briefing materials.
• Maintain organized files of all program documentation and track all action items and taskers to ensure timely completion and accurate program reporting.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to aircraft acquisition and product support programs.
• Maintain structured records, evaluate program information, and track project status, milestones, and schedules to support effective program execution and decision‑making.
• Develop and maintain program documentation, including planning materials, security‑related records, personnel‑tracking databases, asset‑management tools, and other artifacts supporting evolving program requirements.
• Ensure documentation accuracy, completeness, and compliance with DoD security and data‑management standards.
• Support technology transfer and foreign disclosure activities by preparing required documentation, reviewing U.S. technical materials for compliance with DoD disclosure policies, sanitizing content as appropriate, applying proper DoD markings, and routing packages through foreign disclosure review channels for release determination.

Clearance & Citizenship

Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret security clearance.

Basic Qualifications

• BS/BA and 0-3 years of experience in program management, technical or business analysis discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with key software tools, including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro. Ability to create structured documentation, develop presentations, manage shared program repositories, and perform data analysis using these applications.
• Knowledge of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Defense Security Assistance Programs, including associated policies, processes, and procedures.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition regulations—particularly the DoD 5000‑series—is desired to support program planning, documentation, and international partner coordination.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear written products, deliver concise briefings, and coordinate effectively with technical, financial, logistics, and international stakeholders.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week.

Compensation: $61,000-$92,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and in 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 a sign‑on bonus, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• AD&D
• Flexible spending account
• Disability
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule

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.

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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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