TACOM (SIAD): Direct Line Supervisor (Contingency)

KBR, Inc.; Herlong (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is recruiting for a Direct Line Supervisor to lead maintenance and sustainment teams supporting TACOM-managed systems.

You will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant daily work, coordinate with maintenance leads, quality personnel, and program management to meet readiness goals, and minimize downtime and rework. The role requires supervising personnel in automotive maintenance environments and maintaining clear communications with leadership to drive mission readiness.

Qualifications

• Typically 5+ years of supervisory experience in automotive, maintenance, or logistics.
• Ability to obtain/maintain U.S. government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Experience with safety, quality, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of assigned personnel, including Automotive Workers and related staff.
• Assign daily work tasks and prioritize workload to meet mission and schedule requirements.
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, and adherence to work standards.
• Support onboarding, training, and mentoring of assigned personnel.
• Enforce workplace conduct, safety, and compliance standards.
• Oversee execution of maintenance, repair, and sustainment activities to ensure work is performed in accordance with Army TMs, SOPs, and safety regulations.
• Conduct job site observations and ensure proper use of tools and PPE.
• Support quality inspections and corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate completion of maintenance records, reports, and documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the workforce and program leadership.
• Provide daily or periodic status updates on work progress and personnel issues.
• Support audits, inspections, and government reviews as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Automotive maintenance

Safety compliance

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Title

Program Summary

The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Army’s mission to develop, acquire, field, and sustain ground combat, tactical, and support systems throughout their lifecycle. The program focuses on ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and safety of automotive and ground support equipment critical to Army operations.

Under this contract, supervisory personnel provide first-line leadership and operational oversight for maintenance and sustainment teams, ensuring work is performed in accordance with Army Technical Manuals (TMs), safety standards, quality requirements, and contractual performance metrics.

Job Summary

The Direct Line Supervisor serves as the first-line leader responsible for supervising assigned personnel engaged in automotive maintenance, sustainment, and related operational tasks in support of TACOM‑managed systems. This role ensures safe, efficient, and complaint execution of daily work activities while maintaining workforce productivity and mission readiness. The supervisor will coordinate with maintenance leads, quality personnel, and program management to ensure optimal work performance. The position plays a critical role in driving readiness goals by minimizing downtime and rework.

This position is contingent upon award

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of assigned personnel, including Automotive Workers and related staff
• Assign daily work tasks and prioritize workload to meet mission and schedule requirements
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, and adherence to work standards
• Support onboarding, training, and mentoring of assigned personnel
• Enforce workplace conduct, safety, and compliance standards
• Oversee execution of maintenance, repair, and sustainment activities to ensure work is performed in accordance with Army TMs, SOPs, and safety regulations
• Conduct job site observations and ensure proper use of tools and PPE
• Support quality inspections and corrective actions
• Ensure accurate completion of maintenance records, reports, and documentation
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the workforce and program leadership
• Provide daily or periodic status updates on work progress and personnel issues
• Support audits, inspections, and government reviews as required

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; supplemental technical or vocational training preferred
• Typically 5+ years of supervisory experience in an automotive, maintenance, industrial, or logistics environment
• Working knowledge of automotive practices and shop operations
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Ability to successfully lead teams in a structured, compliance driven environment
• Proven experience working in physically demanding operational environments
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising personnel on DoD, Army, or TACOM programs
• Experience supporting tactical or heavy vehicle maintenance operations
• Familiarity with Army maintenance documentation, TMs, and readiness reporting
• Prior government contracting experience

The salary range for this position is $134,800 - $202,200. Compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, work location, and business considerations. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Additional compensation and benefits may be available based on role eligibility.

Additional Information

This position will be a part of a physical work environment that requires standing, walking, and lifting. There is potential exposure to machinery, tools, fuels, oils, and outdoor conditions. Employees may also be required to work shifts, overtime, or weekend support based on mission needs.

KBR Benefits

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 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.