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Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist

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Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist

Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

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.

KBR is seeking a Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist to join our team in Los Angeles, CA. This position requires support to senior leadership across Space Systems Command.  We are seeking a highly skilled Communication Specialist who is passionate about space, technology, and communication.

In addition to being highly proficient in the communication field, our ideal candidate is creative, organized, highly collaborative, able to influence peers, and interacts comfortably with senior leadership across the government and private industry.  An individual who can also comfortably handle multiple projects simultaneously is also strongly desired.

Develop and deliver high-impact communications for SSC and enterprise programs (i.e., AATS, PNT, missile warning), strengthening support and enabling mission success.  Translate technical information and apply critical thinking into compelling documents, reports, speeches, briefings, media articles, videos, and graphics.  Develop communication plans and strategies that support the goals and objectives of an acquisition program office.  Develop media strategies, responses to media inquiries, write press releases, and articles to advance the strategic objectives of an acquisition program office.  Coordinate the design and production of communication products and deliverables.  Assist in coordinating, consolidating, analyzing, distributing, and monitoring action items, suspenses, and responses.  Ensure program office responses and audit deliverables are staffed via Directorate processes and are provided in form and content in accordance with program office, SSC, and higher Air Force, Space Force, and DoD policies.

Experience with or knowledge of higher headquarters processes/operations is ideal.

Work Environment:

  • Location: Los Angeles Air Force Base
  • Travel Requirements: 10% or Less Minimal Travel
  • Working Hours: Standard 40 hours per week

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Clearance: Active Secret
  • 12+ years of experience
  • BA/BS in program/project management or related field
  • Fluency in Microsoft Office Products, especially MS Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Desired:

  • PMP
  • Advanced degree in Program/Project Management
  • Strong ability to translate highly technical content into thoughtful, compelling, and effective communication products in support of Space Systems Command customers
  • Strong ability to apply strategic thinking, attention to detail and situational awareness towards communication products and deliverables
  • Knowledge of space acquisition processes, Congress and other relevant government organizations that impact acquisition program offices
  • Knowledge of the PPBE process, Congress, legislation, policies, regulations and acquisition related communication documents (i.e. R-Docs, acquisitions strategies, Congressional Reporting Requirements, GAO reports, IG)
  • Strong writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work closely with teammates and customers across internal and external organizations.
  • Strong ability to think critically and synthesize information from multiple sources into comprehensive plans and document
  • Knowledge of Higher Headquarters, Air Force and Space Force, processes and procedures as it relates to their functional responsibility
  • Speak/write Air Force, Space Force and Space Acquisition terminology appropriately
  • Deep understanding of mission critical aspects of space acquisition
  • Project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
  • Goal-oriented, strategic thinker who is also willing to roll up their sleeves and execute tactics

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 hours per week

Basic Compensation:

$150,000- $190,000

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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 at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

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.

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