Program Manager

KBR Careers; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Program Manager to support the F-35 Maintenance Systems PMO, providing leadership, coordination, and oversight of sustainment, maintenance, logistics, and modernization initiatives. The role is on-site in Miamisburg, OH, with travel around 10% and close collaboration with Government PMOs, Air Force, and industry partners to ensure mission readiness.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, 7–10 years of experience, and a Secret clearance, with strong communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7–10 years of relevant program management experience.
• Secret Security Clearance required.
• Experience with Government customers and PMOs preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and integration of F-35 maintenance sustainment activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including systems engineering, cyber security, and lifecycle sustainment.
• Interface with Government PMOs, Air Force and JPO stakeholders, industry partners, and KBR leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Risk & schedule management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Tools

PMP certification

DAWIA PM certification

Secret clearance

Job description

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Title

Program 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.

KBR is seeking a Program Manager to support the F-35 Maintenance Systems Program Management Office (PMO), providing leadership, coordination, and oversight across a portfolio of sustainment, maintenance, logistics, and modernization initiatives supporting the F-35 Weapon System.

The Program Manager will lead the planning, execution and integration of activities supporting the F-35 maintenance sustainment capabilities, ensuring alignment with program objectives, operational requirements, and acquisition milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing cross-functional teams engaged in systems engineering, digital transformation initiatives, cyber security compliance, and lifecycle sustainment efforts critical to maintaining fleet readiness and mission effectiveness.
• Ensuring technical performance, schedule execution, risk management, resource allocation, customer satisfaction, and contract compliance across multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders.
• This position serves as the primary interface between Government Program Offices, Air Force and Joint Program Office stakeholders, industry partners, and KBR leadership to ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical maintenance systems capabilities that enhance F-35 sustainment operations, operational availability and long-term platform readiness.

Work Environment

Location: On-site, Miamisburg, OH

Travel Requirements: 10% minimal travel.

Working Hours: Standard 40 hours per week

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7-10 years of experience
• Secret Security Clearance required
• Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedule, staffing, budgets, risks, and deliverables
• Experience interacting with Government customers and Program Management Offices (PMOs)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced Degree
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Program Management certification or equivalent
• Experience supporting AFLCMC organizations and acquisition programs
• Experience leading geographically dispersed teams and subcontractors

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

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.

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