Strategic Space Systems Acquisition Specialist

KBR Careers; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 217,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR's Acquisition Specialists – Space Systems in El Segundo, CA collaborates with Government Program Managers and Space Force leadership to shape acquisition strategies and contracting for space defense programs. Active TS clearance and a strong DoD/AF contracting background are essential.

The role emphasizes developing and coordinating documentation for ACAT-like programs, supporting Air Force contracts, and guiding source selection processes while ensuring fiscal and schedule integrity.

Qualifications

• Active TS clearance, SCI eligibility
• Bachelor’s Degree in related science field (e.g., systems engineering, software engineering)
• Minimum of 5 years for mid-level positions; 10+ years for Senior positions

Responsibilities

• Advise Government Program Managers and Space Force leadership on acquisition strategies and contracting
• Provide expertise in DoD software acquisition, including space control systems
• Develop documentation for Defense Acquisition Boards
• Coordinate activities and documentation for source selections
• Support Air Force contracting and DoD financial management
• Assist ongoing program acquisitions and schedule management
• Refine acquisition strategies and provide strategic recommendations
• Draft acquisition planning briefings and related documents (AoA, ASP, ASD, J&A)
• Prepare solicitation planning and documents (RFPs, SOWs, CDRLs)
• Contribute to technical evaluations and participate in source selections as needed

Skills

Acquisition strategy

DoD contracting

Air Force contracting

Schedule management

Source selections

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related science field

Master’s degree in related science field

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

MS Project

CCaR

Job description

KBR's Acquisition Specialists – Space Systems in El Segundo, CA collaborates with Government Program Managers and Space Force leadership to shape acquisition strategies and contracting for space defense programs. Active TS clearance and a strong DoD/AF contracting background are essential.

The role emphasizes developing and coordinating documentation for ACAT-like programs, supporting Air Force contracts, and guiding source selection processes while ensuring fiscal and schedule integrity.