Program Manager

Trinzic; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off and life insurance

Job summary

KBR is seeking a highly motivated Full-Time Program Manager to support NAWCAD Air Systems Group programs. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage IPTs, and oversee cost, schedule, and technical performance to ensure mission success.

The role requires a DoD Secret clearance and a strong background in program management within government contracting, with experience managing large portfolios and complex schedules.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, business, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of program-related experience with at least 5 years in a DoD/aerospace/government contracting environment.
• Experience managing multi-project portfolios and cross-functional teams in a government contracting environment.
• Proven experience developing and executing program schedules, resource plans, and financial baselines using IMS/WBS.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of defense programs ensuring cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality objectives.
• Own program financial performance, integrating earned value management and corrective action planning.
• Set strategic direction and priorities for cross-functional teams across IPTs.
• Integrate program data, schedules, and financials for accurate forecasting and reporting.
• Drive process maturity and execution discipline across the product line.

Skills

Program management

Govt/DoD contracting

Cross-functional leadership

Scheduling & cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, business, or related discipline

Tools

Integrated Master Schedules

Work Breakdown Structures

Earned Value Management

Job description

Program Manager

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers expert technical solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

KBR is seeking a highly motivated Full-Time Program Manager to support Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Air Systems Group (ASG) programs in providing leadership, coordination, and oversight across various NAVAIR projects. As the primary interface between KBR, the Navy customer, and technical teams, you will manage program performance, foster collaboration across Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), and drive solution based results in alignment with mission goals.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of defense programs, ensuring successful delivery across cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality objectives for multiple projects or product lines
• Own program financial performance, integrating earned value management, critical path analysis, and corrective action planning to maintain commitments across the portfolio
• Establish strategic direction and priorities for cross-functional teams, aligning resources and execution plans to balance customer expectations and internal business goals
• Integrate program data, schedules, and financials to provide accurate forecasting, variance analysis, and executive-level reporting
• Drive process maturity and execution discipline, applying established program management frameworks and quality methodologies across the product line
• Partner closely with business unit leadership, controllers, and marketing teams to support business planning, opportunity management, and fiscal objectives
• Lead development and execution of annual operating plans and long-range strategic plans for multiple sites or teams within the portfolio
• Represent the program management organization as a domain expert, advising stakeholders on best practices, risk mitigation, and execution strategies
• Provide overall program oversight and leadership for assigned IPTs
• Serve as the primary interface between KBR, Navy stakeholders, and technical teams
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, budgets, and risk mitigation activities
• Lead regular program reviews, briefings, and reporting to internal and government leadership
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and achievement of program milestones
• Support planning, execution, and integration of technical solutions across multiple IPTs
• Collaborate with Business Development, Capture, and Operations leadership to expand customer relationships, and support competitive positioning for new business pursuits and strategic growth initiatives
• Exercise safe, mature, discretionary handling of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) materials, sensitive materials (documents and equipment)
• Other duties as assigned in support of mission and business requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Clearance & Citizenship: Active DoD Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, business, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: A minimum of 10 years’ program related experience in related areas with at least 5 years’ functional or program management experience in a DoD, aerospace, or government contracting environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi project portfolios and cross functional teams in a government contracting environment
• Proven experience developing and executing program schedules, resource plans, and financial baselines, including the use of Integrated Master Schedules and Work Breakdown Structures

Preferred Experience

• Program Management Professional (PMP) or DAWIA Program Management certification
• Prior experience with NAVAIR/NAWCWD organizations and IPT operations
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Direct experience managing or contributing to programs or portfolios exceeding $50M in total value, including development of independent cost estimates and long range execution plans
• Background in earned value management, risk management, and corrective action planning across production, sustainment, and development efforts
• Experience leading process improvement, quality system compliance, or organizational change initiatives within a technical or program management organization

Location

Orange Park, FL (On-Site)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Full-Time 40 hours/week

Clearance

Active DoD Secret Clearance

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 hours/week

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’s philosophy and foster 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.