Title:
NC3 Sustainment Futures Analyst
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR is seeking an innovative, creative and highly-motivated teammate to support a Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) Program Management Office (PMO) within the US Air Force’s (USAF), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFWNC) at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO.
KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for KBR employment. However, you also have the option to be hired by one of our subcontractor teammates.
MSEIT provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) services for the USAF and USSF. We provide exceptional support for state-of-the-art government space systems, terminals and software applications, providing secure, survivable, and protected communications globally for our Nation’s warfighters. We seek individuals who will thrive in a highly-collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for KBR employment; however, you also have the option to be hired by one of our subcontractor partners.
The candidate will perform programmatic and technical analyses and capability-based assessments to assess requirements, capability gaps, and risks while identifying current and future mission needs. The candidate will have a direct, positive impact on NC3 readiness by building a holistic picture of required actions and milestones associated with legacy and transitioning capabilities to operations and sustainment.
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.
Responsibilities:
Build a picture of current operations and sustainment efforts by "road-mapping" current operations and sustainment efforts for legacy and transitioning NC3 capabilities, initiative activities, technical refreshes, and software upgrades
Monitor program activities and provide recommendations for process improvements and solutions to promote facilitate planning and resourcing to enable continuous equipment availability and reliability
Communicate logistical and technical concepts and challenges to the broad user audience
Work with the government and contractor team to develop and execute logistics solutions and strategies
Proactively recommend logistics-based solutions and plans for spares management, acquisition, and distribution to optimize reliability and availability of NC3 systems
Monitor equipment performance, hardware/software lists, and obsolescence data to track trends related to breakage or failure
Analyze developer plans, evaluate proposed sustainment activities, and develop recommendations for potential solutions
Perform analyses to determine system Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM) coupled with supportability requirements; document and present results in a report format
Support sustainment analysis efforts to capture current combat readiness metrics and actions
Travel: Less than 10%
Work Environment:
Qualifications:
Required:
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI clearance is required for this position
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; 10 years of applicable experience in lieu of education accepted
5 years’ related experience DoD Space Operations, Life Cycle Logistics, or DoD Acquisition
Integrated Product Support – knowledgeable
Life Cycle Logistics – expert
Microsoft Office – expert
Oral/written Communications – expert
Microsoft Project – aware
Strong analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude
Knowledgeable in DoD/DA publications and forms
Desired:
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field
5+ years of experience in logistics or supply chain management roles
Communications Security (US Government) – knowledgeable
Configuration Management (DoD) – aware
Demilitarization & Disposal (DoD) – knowledgeable
Design Interface (US Space Force) – knowledgeable
Maintenance Planning & Management (US Space Force) – knowledgeable
Operations & Maintenance (US Space Force) – proficient
Packaging, Handling, Storage & Transportation (DoD) – knowledgeable
Planning (DoD) – knowledgeable
Property Accountability (DoD) – knowledgeable
Requirements Management (US Space Force) – knowledgeable
Risk, Issue, and Opportunity (US Space Force) – knowledgeable
Statutes, Policy & Guidance (US Government) – knowledgeable
Technical Data (US Space Force) – knowledgeable
Hold Certified Professional Logistician (CPL)
DoD Supply/Logistics experience
NPMA Certification
Counterfeit Component Detection Certificate
Knowledge of life cycle cost analysis, support equipment requirements, and logistics support analysis
Familiarity with FAR 52.245-1 and DFARS Clauses
Wide Area Workflow, IUID Registry, GFP Management through PIEE
DoD communications
Basic Compensation: $62,000-$77,000 in Colorado
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team.
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.
