Program Analyst

KBR Careers; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 83,930 - 125,840; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Program Analyst to support the NAVAIR PMA-231 Advanced Hawkeye platform. This on-site role collaborates with IPTs and government stakeholders to execute acquisition planning and documentation.

The successful candidate will review SOWs, CDRLs, and IMS, oversee configuration management for E2IAB assets, and monitor cost, schedule, and performance metrics with leadership-ready briefs. A Secret clearance is required; TS/SCI eligibility is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 2 years’ experience in technical program planning and government projects or 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Understanding of defense acquisition, program execution, and stakeholder coordination.
• Secret Clearance with SSBI completed within the last 6 years; TS/SCI eligibility; Top Secret preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive program and acquisition support to the COR, ensuring alignment with acquisition policies and lifecycle management processes.
• Interface with IPT leads, government stakeholders, and contractors to support program execution and acquisition planning.
• Support development, review, and execution of SOWs, CDRLs, Acquisition Strategies/Plans, and IMS.
• Oversee fleet-wide configuration management of E2IAB assets; track, audit, and report compliance quarterly.
• Monitor program cost, schedule, and performance metrics; identify risks and aid mitigation within risk management.
• Document, track, and manage program action items; ensure proper assignment, prioritization, and timely resolution.
• Develop and deliver clear briefs, reports, and decision materials for leadership and milestone events.
• Support technical and programmatic reviews, including milestone and design reviews.
• Contribute to evaluation/integration of ECPs, TDs, and avionics/software updates within lifecycle.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Cross-functional coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/business administration

Associate degree with 8 years of experience

Tools

Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)

SharePoint/Teams

Job description

Program Summary

KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

Title

Program Analyst

Job Summary

KBR is seeking a Program Analyst to join our team. This position supports the NAVAIR PMA-231 Advanced Hawkeye Command and Control platform office. The successful candidate will team with other professionals in support of program execution. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive program and acquisition support to the Advanced Development Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), ensuring alignment acquisition policies and lifecycle management processes.
• Interface regularly with Integrated Product Team (IPT) leads, government stakeholders, and contractors to support coordinated program execution and acquisition planning.
• Support development, review, and execution of acquisition documentation, including Statements of Work (SOW), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Acquisition Strategies/Plans, and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
• Oversee fleet-wide configuration management of E2IAB assets fleet-wide, including tracking, auditing, and reporting compliance status to IPT leadership on a quarterly basis.
• Monitor program cost, schedule, and performance metrics; identify risks and support development of mitigation strategies within the framework of program risk management processes.
• Document, track, and manage program action items, ensuring proper assignment, prioritization, and timely resolution across stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver clear concise program briefs, reports, and decision support materials for leadership, acquisition reviews, and milestone events.
• Support technical and programmatic reviews, including milestone reviews, design reviews, and acquisition decision events.
• Contribute to evaluation and integration of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Technical Directives (TDs), and avionics/software updates within the acquisition and sustainment lifecycle.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in engineering, science, business administration or equivalent experience. 2 years’ experience in technical program planning and implementation, contract interpretation, budget development and administration of government projects. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education as follows: 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, or an associate degree with 8 years of experience.
• Understanding of defense acquisition, program execution, and stakeholder coordination.
• Familiarity with integrated master schedules, risk management, action tracking, and program performance metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, develop recommendations, and communicate effectively with senior Government leadership.
• Ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams including engineering, finance, contracts, and logistics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams/SharePoint), including data analysis and presentation development.
• Familiarity with configuration management, asset tracking, and logistics integration.
• A current Secret Clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 6 years is required and candidate must be eligible for a TS/SCI. A current Top Secret Clearance is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clear and effective communication skills, including presenting ideas and working with all levels of organizational hierarchy.
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, develop recommendations, and communicate effectively with senior Government leadership.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Work Location

Onsite required.

Compensation

$83,930.00 - $125,840.00. The salary range posted is for Maryland locations. The offered rate will be based on contract affordability, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 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.

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.