Senior Acquisition Specialist

KBR, Inc.

Alexandria, VA, US
Base: not specified; bonus/equity: sign on bonus, ...
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Expertise in dod launch acquisition
Development of acquisition strategies
Government contracting and financial management
** KBR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist to support the U.S. Space Force, focusing on the development and execution of space systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in government contracting and acquisition strategies, particularly in the defense sector. **

Job Summary

  • This senior leader will play a crucial role in providing recommendations translating mission needs into operationally delivered end-to-end solutions through developing and coordinating documentation necessary for execution.
  • 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.
  • KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to customers in the intelligence and national security communities, impacting the country’s most critical role – protecting national security.

Matching Summary

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** KBR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist to support the U.S. Space Force, focusing on the development and execution of space systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in government contracting and acquisition strategies, particularly in the defense sector. **

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short and long term incentives possible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K with company match, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Expertise in DoD launch acquisition
  • Development of acquisition strategies
  • Government contracting and financial management
  • Support for Defense Acquisition Boards
  • Collaboration with Space Systems Command
  • Program execution issue resolution

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Confluence, JIRA, and/or TMT
  • Ability to lead diverse teams
  • Understanding of Congressional Defense Committees
  • Pentagon or major headquarters experience
  • Evaluator/advisor on Source Selection

Key Requirements

  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Bachelor’s Degree in related science field
  • 20 years of applicable job experience
  • Knowledge of ACAT I through ACAT III program management
  • DAWIA/APDP Program Management Level III or PMP/PgMP certification
  • U.S. citizenship required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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