F15EX Deputy Program Manager

KBR, Inc.

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. KBR is seeking a motivated and forward leaning Deputy Program Manager to join our Air Combat Branch, supporting the next generation of F 15EX capabilities within the Simulators Division. In this key leadership role, you will help drive successful acquisition and service contract execution while collaborating closely with the Program Manager, engineering teams, and government stakeholders to deliver high quality acquisition and program support across a fast moving portfolio. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast paced environment, adapts quickly to evolving priorities, and brings strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills to a mission-focused team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience supporting DoD acquisition programs or comparable efforts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience reviewing technical manuals, operating instructions, and engineering documentation.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience supporting large working groups or cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of Federal and DoD RFP development and response processes.
• PMP certification.
• Specialized experience with U.S. Air Force fighter aircraft systems.
• Background in providing program support, research, analysis, or project management for DoD or national security partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a wide range of acquisition and service contract activities across multiple sites and simulator efforts.
• Develop, refine, and enhance Performance Work Statements (PWS) and produce clear, compelling briefing materials for leadership and stakeholders.
• Analyze and optimize processes, workflows, and data management practices to strengthen program responsiveness and operational effectiveness.
• Provide high-impact program support services, ensuring timely, accurate, and professional delivery across the F 15 enterprise.
• Manage day to day program operations including meeting coordination, action tracking, suspense management, and cross-team collaboration.
• Assist the Program Manager with CDRLs, configuration management responsibilities, and RFP package development requiring strong program insight.
• Support test and certification activities: maintain project folders, coordinate signatures, prepare discrepancy documentation, update the Master Project List, and manage secure documentation transfer.
• Work closely with technical teams to review deliverables, ensure contractor performance, and maintain alignment with program objectives.
• Maintain clarity and momentum while navigating shifting priorities and evolving requirements.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level