Program IPT Lead (Sustainment)

KBR, Inc.•Lexington Park, MD

4d•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. The Program IPT Lead (Sustainment) is responsible for cost, schedule, and performance within the scope of their assigned team. Acting as a surrogate program manager, this role provides execution oversight and accountability across multiple competencies. The IPT Lead enables program managers to delegate complex execution activities while maintaining visibility into progress and risk. This role supports disciplined execution and informed decision-making.

Requirements

Active/Current Top Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship required.
Bachelor’s in Business, Engineering, or related discipline & 3+ years of experience, OR Associate’s degree & 7+ years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading IPTs or cross‑functional teams
Program management or execution oversight experience
Familiarity with managing cost, schedule, and performance tradeoffs

Responsibilities

Lead an integrated product team responsible for defined scope, deliverables, and execution outcomes.
Manage cost, schedule, and performance in alignment with program plans, POA&Ms, and work breakdown structures.
Coordinate activities across engineering, logistics, testing, training, and operational stakeholders.
Monitor execution progress, identify risks or issues, and implement mitigation strategies as required.
Provide regular status updates, insights, and recommendations to program leadership.
Track and report action items resulting from meetings, reviews, and execution activities.
Support disciplined execution under the oLSI model while enabling rapid response to changing priorities.