Operations Research and Data Science Manager

KBR Careers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is looking for an Operations Research and Data Science Manager in San Antonio, TX, to oversee task planning for large projects. This role emphasizes collaboration and impactful work within national security.

You will mentor teams, conduct analyses, and guide project management, ensuring delivery on advanced modeling techniques. A minimum of a BA/BS and 10+ years of relevant experience is required. Join KBR to make a significant impact!

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data-centric program/project management.
• Minimum Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS, SCI, SAP.
• Experience in designing complex systems and enterprise architectures.
• Demonstrated leadership in collaborative environments.
• Prior experience in the defense sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in understanding analysis needs and lead teams in providing solutions.
• Recommend operational requirements for new technologies.
• Manage project timelines and resource allocations effectively.
• Mentor team members and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Data-oriented management

Team leadership

Complex system design

Program management

Interpersonal communication

Education

BA/BS in Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research

MA/MS in Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research

Job description

Operations Research and Data Science 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

We are seeking a motivated Operations Research and Data Science Manager to join our dynamic team in San Antonio, TX, to oversee and approve task planning and execution on several large projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Studies and Analyses: Assist customers in understanding analysis needs, clarifying decision options, leading teams in conducting fact-based studies to provide data-informed solutions, and presenting findings to senior leaders.
• Requirements Analysis: Recommend and refine detailed operational requirements for emerging Dept of the Air Force domain awareness visualization and data fusion technologies.
• Program Management: Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation to achieve aggressive project timelines and cutting-edge technology outcomes.
• Advanced Modeling Techniques: Recommend and leverage software modeling and test tools to validate performance.
• Team Leadership: Mentor junior and senior team members and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success.

Required Qualifications

• BA / BS in Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, or related field
• 10+ years of overall experience and 5+ years of experience in data-centric / analytical program/project management.
• Clearance: Minimum Secret with the ability to obtain TS, SCI, SAP.
• Complex System Design: Experience in designing and supervising the development of complex systems of systems and enterprise architectures.
• Program Management: Proven track record in managing and delivering complex projects. Experience should include managing projects for senior decision makers.
• Team Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills in a collaborative environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability to work effectively within all organizational levels, including senior DoD leadership.
• Defense Sector Experience: Previous experience in the defense sector or with DoD projects.
• Proven ability to recommend, embrace and implement change in a fast-paced, high-performing, hand-picked organization.

Desired Qualifications

• MA / MS in Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in data-centric / analytical program/project management.
• Emerging Technologies: Interest in and experience with the latest system modeling and engineering techniques and languages.

Work Environment

Location: On-site
Working Hours: Normal business hours

KBR Benefits

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

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.

KBR - Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:

• We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
• We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
• We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
• We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
• We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.

We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.

At KBR, We Deliver.