Strategic Acquisition Lead — DoD & MILSATCOM

KBR, Inc; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist to join our National Security Solutions team in El Segundo, CA. You will advise on acquisition strategies, support planning documents per DoD guidance, and oversee milestones for ACAT I programs within MILSATCOM.

The role involves collaboration with government civilians, contractors, and USSF in a dynamic, high-stakes environment. Qualified candidates have a DoD Secret clearance, a bachelor's degree, 5+ years in DoD acquisitions,

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of DoD acquisitions experience.
• Experience leading ACAT I programs and knowledge of DoD guidance.

Responsibilities

• Advise PMs on acquisition strategies, schedules, and budgets.
• Draft and coordinate program planning documents per DoD instructions.
• Support ASP, RFI/Market Research, Milestone requirements, SOW, CDRLs.
• Lead acquisition activities for Planning/Execution events.
• Prepare status reports and briefings.
• Assess contractor design reviews for progress and risks.

Skills

DoD Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree

5+ years DoD

ACAT I program

DoD policy knowledge

DoDI 5000.85/87

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

KBR is seeking a Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist to join our National Security Solutions team in El Segundo, CA. You will advise on acquisition strategies, support planning documents per DoD guidance, and oversee milestones for ACAT I programs within MILSATCOM.

The role involves collaboration with government civilians, contractors, and USSF in a dynamic, high-stakes environment. Qualified candidates have a DoD Secret clearance, a bachelor's degree, 5+ years in DoD acquisitions,