Senior Acquisition & Engineering SME for DoD Programs

KBR Careers; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Lifestyle benefits

Career development

Job summary

KBR Careers invites a seasoned SME in Acquisition and Engineering to join the National Security Solutions team on-site in California. You will shape policy, lead strategic DoD software acquisition efforts, and guide documentation for boards and source selections.

The role demands 15+ years in DoD acquisition, TS clearance, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with ACAT-like processes. You will coordinate cross‑agency interfaces and help manage high‑visibility programs.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in acquisition management and planning within DoD or related environments.
• Expertise in developing acquisition strategies and source selections.
• Understanding USSF policy, doctrine, and interagency processes.
• Knowledge of DoD contracting, budgeting, and financial management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• BA/BS in Science or related field.
• Active TS clearance; SCI eligibility with in-scope background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Craft strategic policy and initiatives in support of MW MT Director of Engineering.
• Provide expertise in software acquisition for DoD programs, including space control systems.
• Develop and coordinate documentation required for Defense Acquisition Boards and source selections.
• Offer strategic approaches for acquisition planning and execution, including AoA, ASP, ASD, J&A, RFPs, SOWs, CDRLs, and incentive plans.
• Advise on government contracting and financial management processes.
• Support ongoing and emerging program acquisitions and schedule management for DoD programs.
• Identify program execution issues and recommend actionable solutions.
• Draft presentation materials, status briefings, and strategic communication inputs.
• Perform analyses of program business cases and risk assessments.
• Serve as an advisor during technical evaluations and source selections.

Skills

Acquisition management

DoD programs knowledge

Policy & doctrine

Financial management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Security clearance

Education

BA/BS in Science or related field

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

Job description

KBR Careers invites a seasoned SME in Acquisition and Engineering to join the National Security Solutions team on-site in California. You will shape policy, lead strategic DoD software acquisition efforts, and guide documentation for boards and source selections.

The role demands 15+ years in DoD acquisition, TS clearance, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with ACAT-like processes. You will coordinate cross‑agency interfaces and help manage high‑visibility programs.