Strategic Communication Specialist

KBR Careers; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist to join our team in Los Angeles, CA. The role supports Space Systems Command, working with senior leadership across government and private industry.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years of experience, an active Secret clearance, and strong communication and project management skills. Expect a 40-hour week with a base compensation range reflecting market norms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related science field or technical discipline.
• 10 years of applicable job experience.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Understanding of ACAT I–III program management.
• Strong MS Office and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate space-focused communication plans, products, and processes for Space Force leadership and program offices.
• Create and manage end-to-end event production and branding initiatives.
• Support messaging to defend, educate, and promote the organization’s mission.
• Assist senior leaders with strategic engagements and prep packages.
• Produce multimedia content including photos and video using modern tools.

Skills

Active Secret clearance

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

TMT

Job description

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Title Strategic Communication Specialist

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

KBR is seeking a Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist to join our team in Los Angeles, CA. This position requires support to senior leadership across Space Systems Command. We are seeking a highly skilled Communication Specialist who is passionate about space, technology, and communication.

In addition to being highly proficient in the communication field, our ideal candidate is creative, organized, highly collaborative, able to influence peers, and interacts comfortably with senior leadership across the government and private industry. An individual who can also comfortably handle multiple projects simultaneously is also strongly desired.

Responsibilities Include

The candidate shall develop and coordinate plan, products, and processes for requisite Space Force, Portfolio Acquisition Executives (PAEs), Directors, Deltas and program offices. Implement innovative communication methods demonstrating breath and knowledge of the latest industry best practices. Develop, manage, and execute end-to-end event production. Develop and manage branding, brand strategies, and guidelines. Support messaging efforts to defend, educate, and promote the organization's mission. Support senior leader strategic engagements and preparation packages, and support implementation consistent with customers' vision(s). Develop a range of communication products leveraging modern tools, mediums, and technologies to assist senior leaders achieve strategic objectives. Provide full-service multimedia capabilities demonstrating professional knowledge in photography, end-to-end video production, and innovative design leveraging the latest technologies and methods. Research, draft, and edit articles, speeches, and testimony of the director and/or PAE.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related science field (e.g., Business, Cost Estimating / Analysis, Financial Management, Engineering, Mathematics or other related technical discipline)
• 10 years of applicable job experience
• Active Secret clearance
• Understands Program Management of ACAT I through ACAT III programs
• Knowledge of Higher Headquarters, Air Force and Space Force, processes and procedures as it relates to their functional responsibility
• Speak/write Air Force, Space Force and Space Acquisition terminology appropriately
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Goal-oriented, strategic thinker who is also willing to roll up their sleeves and execute tactics

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related science field (e.g., Business, Cost Estimating / Analysis, Financial Management, Engineering, Mathematics or other related technical discipline)
• Previous experience in space acquisition and or technology sector is important with 5+ years of communications and project management experience
• Experience with Confluence, JIRA, and/or TMT
• Certifications: DAWIA/APDP Program Management Level III, Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or PMP Program Management Professional (PgMP)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Basic Compensation: $140-155k

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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