Project/Program Manager

KBR•Albuquerque, NM

12h•Onsite

About The Position

KBR is seeking a Project/Program Manager to support the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The role supports the Nuclear Systems Integration Division and may focus on the Tail Kit Assembly, Weapon Systems Integration and Test, Logistics, or Program Management branches, depending on the candidate’s background and experience. An active DoD TS/SCI clearance and SAP eligibility are required. The position supports management of current and future air-delivered gravity bomb and warhead families, including B83, B61-12 and B61-13, and W80, along with associated test variants and support equipment. The Project/Program Manager assists with program planning and execution, acquisition and contract activities, financial management, requirements and specifications, testing, nuclear certification, and resource planning. The position is onsite, has standard working hours, and may require minimal travel of 0–20% to support customer missions and goals. KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business is planned to spin off as Trinzic, expected in January 2027. Employees who join the business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply.

Requirements

Active DoD TS/SCI clearance and SAP eligibility; the posting states that only a U.S. citizen can obtain this clearance.
Bachelor’s degree required; science, engineering, or management preferred.
Understanding of weapon-systems development, management, maintenance, and employment in garrison and operational environments.
5–10 years of project management experience in the DoD or a related organization.
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Superior collaboration and organizational skills.
Proactive and highly motivated.
Ability to work in a secure, confined location.
Some travel may be required to support customer missions and goals.
Expertise in qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques for measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of acquisition systems or services.
Expertise in Government project governance and stakeholder communication.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of the Nuclear Weapons Life Cycle and the Phase 6.x process for refurbishment of existing nuclear weapons systems, including B61 and B83, and W80 integration into the Long Range Standoff Missile.
5–10 years of project management experience supporting the National Nuclear Security Administration, DOE, Air Force Global Strike Command, or a related organization.
Advanced STEM degree.
Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) certification.
Familiarity with reliability and statistical software.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, execution, and management of program cost, schedule, and performance for Nuclear Systems Integration Division branches, based on background and experience.
Support AFNWC/NDS management of current and future air-delivered gravity bomb and warhead families, including B83, B61-12 and B61-13, and W80, as well as test variants and support equipment.
Support the Branch Chief and technical support teams in accomplishing branch tasks.
Support the Government Team in developing, implementing, and controlling contracts, including acquisition strategy and planning.
Support financial management for branch and division programs; conduct market research and develop cost estimates.
Document strategic plans that detail senior-leader policy and direction for division programs.
Support planning and execution of the Tail Kit Assembly aging and surveillance test program.
Plan and execute on-aircraft and laboratory tests.
Develop system requirements based on military capabilities and sustainment concepts.
Develop and maintain system specifications, traceability, and compliance throughout project lifecycles.
Determine personnel, facility, budget, and other resource requirements needed to execute programs.
Maintain awareness of nuclear certification programs and processes.
Support DoDI 5000.02, DoDM 5030.55/AFI 63-103, the DOE Phase 6.X acquisition process, and AFI 63-125 Nuclear Certification processes.
Plan, research, analyze, and assess weapons-system acquisition in development, production, and employment.
Formulate plans and recommend strategies to meet weapon-system cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
Use multi-attribute tradespace exploration philosophies and workflows to support digital material management and multi-criteria decision-making across programs, projects, and initiatives.