Project Manager (Acquisition Advisory)

KBR Careers; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential for bonuses

Relocation benefits

Incentives for exceptional performance

Job summary

KBR Careers seeks a Project Manager for Acquisition & Program Advisory in El Segundo, CA. The role demands over 10 years of experience in acquisition lifecycle and requires an active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.

The successful candidate will provide technical and acquisition support throughout the entire program lifecycle and will be involved in drafting crucial documentation for defense systems.

The compensation ranges from $170,000 to $230,000 annually, with potential bonuses and incentives offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience, including at least 6 years in DoD acquisition roles.
• Must be willing to take a polygraph.
• Previous experience in a classified environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition and technical advisory support for space programs.
• Support cost, schedule, and performance assessments for programs.
• Draft and revise acquisition documentation according to DoD standards.
• Prepare technical and programmatic status reports for programs.

Skills

Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility

Well versed in DoD/IC acquisition lifecycle processes

PMP Certification

Master’s degree in a technical field

Experience in Government or FFRDC

Education

Master’s Degree in a related technical field

Job description

Project Manager (Acquisition Advisory)

Project Manager– Acquisition & Program Advisory (Space Systems Command) – El Segundo, CA

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: Work at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Dynamic team fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Impactful Work: Design and optimize defense systems that protect national security and shape the future of space defense.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award.

Position Summary

KBR is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to join our Hemisphere team. The role supports Space Systems Command and requires over 10 years of experience in contracting, acquisition lifecycle, legal practices, policy, and regulatory development. Applicants must have worked in a highly classified environment supporting protect‑and‑defend missions within the space control domain area.

Responsibilities Include

• Provide acquisition, engineering, and technical advisory support for space programs across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle.
• Support cost, schedule, and performance assessments across all program phases.
• Draft and revise JCIDS and acquisition documentation such as Initial Capability Documents, Interface Control Documents, Acquisition Strategies, CONOPS, MOAs/MOUs, technical evaluations, and milestone documentation in accordance with current DoD standards (e.g., MIL‑STD).
• Prepare SME‑level technical and programmatic status reports for individual programs or portfolios.
• Identify areas for acquisition process improvement and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support program financial management including commitments, obligations, expenditures, and earned value management; provide PPBE support and fiscal planning.
• Review and analyze contractor deliverables; support DCMA surveillance reviews and evaluations of contractor performance.
• Maintain awareness of program schedules, monitor acquisition implementation, report requirement shortfalls, and provide assessments based on risk and execution data.
• Advise on and participate in technical meetings, design reviews, working groups, and program conferences.
• Assist with source selection activities in compliance with FAR 9.505‑4, including documentation development, proposal evaluations, and coordination of functional meetings.

Requirements

• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility; must be willing to take a polygraph.
• Master’s Degree in a related technical field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Engineering Management).
• 10+ years of experience, including at least 6 years in DoD acquisition roles.
• Well versed in DoD/IC acquisition lifecycle processes, phases, and critical decision milestones.

Desired Skills

• PMP Certification.
• Previous SAP experience.
• Experience working in the Government (military and/or civil servant) or a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC).

Basic Compensation

$170,000 – $230,000 annually (CA area only).

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation such as sign‑on bonuses, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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