Senior DoD Acquisition Program Manager National Security

KBR Careers; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR's National Security Solutions team seeks a Sr Acquisition Program Manager to provide SME in acquisition management and logistics, supporting KC-46 PEx and Mobility Futures at Wright-Patterson AFB.

The role leads acquisition processes, develops strategies and documentation including RFPs, coordinates with engineering, logistics, and finance, and negotiates with suppliers while ensuring compliance with DoD policies; requires TS clearance and 12–15 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 12–15 years of experience in acquisition management within the DoD or related field.
• Active Top Secret clearance.
• In-depth knowledge of DoD acquisition policies, procedures, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage acquisition processes for the program, ensuring compliance with DoD policies and regulations.
• Develop and maintain acquisition strategies, plans, and documentation to include RFPs.
• Experience managing and developing statement of work, supporting CDRLs and Data Rights/IP.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, logistics, and finance, to ensure program objectives are met.
• Provide expert advice on acquisition matters, including risk management, cost estimation, and contract negotiations.
• Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Prepare and present program status reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Support the development and execution of test and evaluation plans.

Skills

Acquisition management

DoD policies

Risk management

Contract negotiations

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Earned Value Management (EVM) tools

Job description

KBR's National Security Solutions team seeks a Sr Acquisition Program Manager to provide SME in acquisition management and logistics, supporting KC-46 PEx and Mobility Futures at Wright-Patterson AFB.

The role leads acquisition processes, develops strategies and documentation including RFPs, coordinates with engineering, logistics, and finance, and negotiates with suppliers while ensuring compliance with DoD policies; requires TS clearance and 12–15 years of experience.