Title:
Sr Acquisition Program Manager
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Program Summary
KBR provides support to AFLCMC/WLY and the Future Tankers/Next Generation Air Refueling System (NGAS) Program Office across multiple disciplines. We are seeking the best and the brightest in their fields to help shape the future of Air Refueling across the USAF and DoD.
Job Summary
KBR is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sr Acquisition Program Manager to join the Next-Generation Air-Refueling System (NGAS)/Future Tankers Program Office. The ideal candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in acquisition management and logistics, providing critical support to the development and implementation of advanced air-refueling systems.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Lead and manage acquisition processes for the NGAS program, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) policies and regulations
- Develop and maintain acquisition strategies, plans, and documentation
- Experience managing and developing statement of work, supporting CDRLs and Data Rights/IP
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, logistics, and finance, to ensure program objectives are met
- Provide expert advice on acquisition matters, including risk management, cost estimation, and contract negotiations
- Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions as necessary
- Prepare and present program status reports to senior leadership and stakeholders
- Support the development and execution of test and evaluation plans
- Proven track record of managing complex acquisition programs
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of 12-15 years of experience in acquisition with the DOD or a related field, or
- Master’s degree and 8 years’ experience in acquisition with the DOD or a related field
- In-depth knowledge of DoD acquisition policies, procedures, and regulations
- Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with air-refueling systems or related aerospace programs
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and other program management tools
- Experience in writing and responding to Federal and DoD Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
- Program Management Level II or III DAWIA certification
- Knowledge of DoD 5000.02 and AFLCMC Policies, Processes, and Procedures
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