Space Acquisition Support Specialist

About the role

KBR's National Security Solutions team is seeking a Space Acquisition Support Specialist in El Segundo, CA. The selected candidate supports the Space Systems Command's STAR DST contract, providing services to the Program Executive Officer for Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power. The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance.

Key responsibilities

• Collect and consolidate program data to produce weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports (Monthly Acquisition Report, Defense Acquisition Executive Summary, IT Investment Portfolio System, etc.)
• Maintain knowledge sharing tools and repositories (shared folders, wiki, SharePoint site)
• Support development of PMR slide packages, point papers, bullet background papers and other program documentation
• Develop responses to programmatic taskers for the Program Manager's approval
• Support management of ESBMC2 contracts, including RFP packages, Performance Work Statements, technical evaluations, source selection and contract management
• Monitor contract cost, schedule and performance against baselines to catch negative trends early

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business management field
• At least 15 years of relevant experience in government acquisition management
• Familiarity with DoD space acquisition life-cycle processes and understanding of U.S. space systems organizations and capabilities
• Ability to work in a multi-contractor/customer environment, with demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Some travel is required; DoD TS/SCI eligibility is required
• Preferred: Master's degree, SSC or equivalent acquisition experience, 10+ years in software acquisition, strong technical background in space systems, Agile/Lean methods, SharePoint site management

Required skills

• Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• SharePoint site creation and management

What we offer

• Basic compensation of $170-180k, depending on knowledge, skills and experience
• Possible bonuses, commissions, sign-on bonus, relocation benefits and incentives
• Lifestyle benefits such as 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending account, paid time off and flexible work schedule
• Career advancement through professional training and development