Senior Program Analyst/Sustainment SME

KBR, Inc.; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off & flexible schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Lexington Park, MD is seeking a Senior Program Analyst/Sustainment SME to support PMA 265, focusing on life cycle support for F/A-18 and EA-18G programs. The role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams to sustain mission readiness and manage TDP/IPS activities on site.

The position requires a BA/BS with 10 years of related experience (or 18 years without a degree), active secret clearance, and strong data presentation skills. MS Office proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus 10 years of related experience; in lieu, 18 years of related experience can waive the degree.
• Must compile and present data to internal and external customers.
• Active secret clearance is required; US citizenship.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support IPS/TDP contract execution, sustainment planning, and lifecycle management for F/A-18 and EA-18G programs.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to meet program objectives.
• Assist in budget planning and funding execution for PMA and related efforts.
• Prepare executive-level reports and briefings on program status and risks.
• Ensure data management and contract documentation compliance across the IPT.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Security clearance

MS Office

Education

BA/BS degree + 10 years experience

18 years related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Title:

Senior Program Analyst/Sustainment SME

Program Summary:

KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

Job Summary:

KBR Is seeking a Senior Program Analyst/Sustainment SME to join our team. In this role you will support PMA 265 in our Lexington Park, Maryland location. The F/A-18 and EA-18G Program Office (PMA-265) provides critical current and future capabilities in the form of total life cycle support management (cradle to grave) for the F/A-18A-D Hornet, F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler weapons systems.

PMA-265 is responsible for acquiring, delivering, and sustaining the F/A-18 and EA-18G aircraft, ensuring mission success for U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aviators, as well as international partners to include Australia, Canada, Finland, Kuwait, Malaysia, Spain and Switzerland.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• F/A-18E/F and EA-18G Air Vehicle IPT requires support in planning, developing and implementing Integrated Product Support (IPS) and Technical Data Package (TDP) contract execution, sustainment planning, and lifecycle management.


• Responsibilities may include coordinating with cross-functional teams, responding to emergent program requirements, supporting contract modifications, assisting in risk mitigation efforts, preparing executive-level reports and briefings, and engaging with external stakeholders to ensure program objectives are met.


• Assists in the management of the TDP program(s). Ensures database compliance with directives and manages CDRL data deliverables through AMS.


• Interfaces with data management, program management, engineering, logistics and PLM representatives from the enterprise and other NAVAIR stakeholders.


• Assists in the system review of TDP and the tracking of TDP CDRLs ensuring contract compliance, accuracy, and timeliness.


• Assists with the development and execution of PMA/Boeing strategy documents for program execution.


• Adjudicates comments, determines if changes are required(Ex. Does Boeing need to deliver in two separate formats to support AVPLM and other NAVAIR stakeholders).


• Assists in funding execution for Boeing, PMA, and FST efforts. Assist in budget planning through the POM cycle.


• Assists in the management of PMT and CSPT entries. Involves the creation of PIDs, SPIDs, and PFAs.


• Works with Acquisition professionals, BFMs, Data Management, and Contract specialists to align NAVAIR IPT and acquisition processes.


• Assists in the oversight of the FST in the review of tech data compliance with AVPLM and PMA processes.


• Oversee IPS funding execution of APN-1, APN-5, and PRL ensuring proper allocation of sustainment resources.


• Monitors performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of IPS activities, including supply support, maintenance planning, and sustainment engineering.


• Ensures IPS CDRL deliverables are properly tracked, reviewed, and integrated into sustainment planning.


• Identify and mitigates risks associated with cost growth, schedule delays, and performance deviations within the IPS contract.

Basic Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree plus 10 years of related experience as listed in the job description. In lieu of formal education, 18 years of related experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree.


• Must be able to compile and present data to internal and external customers.


• Must be able to comprehend and monitor TDP contract with current requirements/deliverables.


• An active secret level security clearance is required; Contract requires US citizenship.

Preferred/Desired Skills:

• Must have Microsoft office experience (OUTLOOK, WORD, EXCEL), and computer skills/aptitude to use and understand this position’s required unique computer applications.


• Leads the management of the IPS contract, ensuring compliance with cost, schedule, and performance objectives to sustain mission readiness. Previous knowledge of IPS contracts is desired.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

• 40 hours/week

Work Location: On-site

Compensation: $105,160.00 - $157,630.00. The salary range posted is for Maryland locations. The offered rate will be based on contract affordability, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

Benefits:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 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 of 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.