Acquisition/Program Analyst

KBR • Lexington Park, MD

1d • $83,930 - $125,840 • Onsite

About The Position

KBR’s Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success. KBR is seeking an Acquisition / Program Analyst to support the Avionics Advanced Systems Integrated Product Team (IPT) within PMA‑265, contributing directly to the development and fielding of advanced avionics capabilities for a major aircraft weapon system. In this role, you will provide program management, technical, and business analysis across cost, schedule, performance, and risk management activities. You will work alongside a highly collaborative team supporting the Department of War aviation enterprise, gaining exposure to complex acquisition programs and mentoring to accelerate your professional growth. This position offers the opportunity to influence critical program decisions while supporting mission‑critical aviation systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, or related discipline. In lieu of degree, an additional 8 years of experience can be substituted.
• 2+ years of experience supporting acquisition, program management, or business analysis activities within government or defense programs
• Experience analyzing cost, schedule, and performance data for complex programs or projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project for program documentation and reporting
• Active Secret security clearance
• Travel requirement: up to 15%

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting NAVAIR Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Experience working with NAVAIR databases and program management systems
• Experience supporting aircraft or avionics acquisition programs
• Experience participating in risk management or CDRL management activities

Responsibilities

• Analyze program cost, schedule, and performance data to support informed decision‑making across avionics acquisition efforts
• Support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) by preparing program materials, briefing content, meeting minutes, and action tracking deliverables
• Monitor program execution against contractual objectives, identifying risks and impacts to cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Track program schedules using established scheduling tools, with emphasis on critical path activities and deployment impacts
• Collect, organize, and interpret technical and financial data related to aircraft systems acquisition and product development programs
• Support financial planning activities by applying established policies and procedures to budgets, forecasts, and execution reviews
• Participate in risk management, CDRL tracking, and milestone event preparation across the program lifecycle
• Assist in planning, staffing, and execution activities to ensure program objectives are met within approved cost and schedule constraints
• Support customer engagements, working groups, and program reviews by synthesizing technical and financial data into actionable insights

Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees