Director of Explosives Manufacturing (Contingency)

KBR, Inc.Louisville, KY
Onsite

About The Position

KBR is seeking a Director of Explosives Manufacturing to oversee the energetics plant scale up and lead the execution of large, complex defense programs supporting chemical plant and munitions manufacturing operations, specifically in production of HMX, RDX, and other new & novel energetics. This role is accountable for program performance across scope, production schedule, cost, risk, and customer satisfaction. The Program Manager provides day‑to‑day leadership to integrated program teams, interfaces directly with customers and stakeholders, and ensures program objectives are met in alignment with contractual and regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to manage high‑visibility programs with significant operational and financial impact.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience managing energetic explosives manufacturing facilities/plants (Construction and and/or Production Operations)
  • Experience managing rolling 12-18 month production schedule available for Pricing new business, internal financial forecasts, headcount forecasts, etc.
  • RBA process for existing products, firm, follow-on
  • Experience managing large, complex programs within the defense or government contracting environment
  • Demonstrated experience managing program budgets, schedules, and risk
  • Knowledge of defense industry regulations, including ITAR, DFARS, and FAR
  • Experience in Cost Account Management (CAM) or Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
  • Experience in Manufacturing with an understanding of Production processes, Quality Control, and Lean Manufacturing
  • Experience leading cross‑functional, matrixed teams
  • HMX and/or RDX Production Operations Experience
  • Authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification
  • Experience scaling up New Molecule Energetics
  • Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience
  • Experience supporting capture, proposal development, or program growth initiatives
  • Strong executive‑level communication and presentation experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs from initiation through completion
  • Manage program scope, schedule, budget, and risk to ensure contractual and financial objectives are achieved
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for program‑related communications with customers and key stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain detailed program plans, milestones, and performance metrics
  • Coordinate with R&D team to ensure proper business case for new product development efforts.
  • Along with Operations, develop detailed metrics and shop floor goals that will meet IBP/QBR forecasts.
  • Lead and mentor cross‑functional teams across engineering, operations, finance, and supply chain functions
  • Responsible for RBA process for existing products, firm, follow-on, etc.
  • Ensure proposed work fits in available production schedule.
  • Support development of BOE, along with Operations and Price Estimating.
  • Oversee program financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements
  • Prepare and deliver program status reports and executive‑level briefings to internal and external stakeholders
  • Support proposal development, capture activities, and long‑range program growth strategies
  • Other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • 401K plan with company match
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • AD&D
  • flexible spending accounts
  • disability coverage
  • paid time off
  • flexible work schedules
  • professional training and development opportunities
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