Senior Acquisition Intelligence Analyst

KBR•El Segundo, CA

1d•$150,000 - $190,000•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 experienced Acquisition Contracting Specialists. Successful candidates will have a deep understanding of how DoD, Federal, and Air Force acquisition and contracting processes and lifecycles are executed and experience with developing acquisition and contracting strategies for Space Systems Command (SSC) in El Segundo, CA. Applicants will play a pivotal role in supporting the Government by participating in source selections, advising, plus aid in the management of existing IDIQ contracts and execution of acquisition strategies for any follow-on efforts. Successful candidates will also provide contract and subcontract management support by collaborating with Government Contracting Officers and contract specialists. The individuals will serve as key assets in driving the execution success of Hemisphere, leveraging expertise to navigate complex acquisition contracting processes, and facilitate the achievement of programmatic goals.

Requirements

5+ years of proven practical expertise and relevant DoD, Air Force, and SSC work experience in contracts and subcontracts throughout entire acquisition lifecycle and processes
Bachelor’s degree in related field (business administration, project management)
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Nice To Haves

Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) certification
Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) certification
Prior Procurement Contracting Officer (PCO) or Buyer experience

Responsibilities

Apply deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD contracting protocols, including traditional acquisitions and modern, agile methodologies under the Adaptive Acquisition Framework
Navigate and manage contracting actions such as change proposals, solicitations, funding modifications, and award/incentive fee management
Manage event-based processing of contractual documentation throughout phases, milestones, and reviews for mission programs
Proactive on task prioritization and execution, work seamlessly with team members with minimal supervision
Exercise strong critical thinking abilities and problem-solving acumen
Employ proactive measures to mitigate problems, tasks, and challenges
Serve as an active contributor to government contract requests for proposals, technical evaluations, negotiations, administration, and leveraging expertise to facilitate informed decision-making
Provide contracts guidance and determinations; guides all levels of management on contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy, and problem solving
Exercise sound judgment in interpreting contract terms and providing guidance to the business team to ensure compliance with contractual obligations
Ensure timely review and communication of contract modifications and pertinent notices to the business team, fostering transparency and clarity
Support efforts to obtain requisite approvals prior to contract submission, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and organizational protocols
Demonstrate awareness of U.S. Space Force organizations, understanding applicable organization roles and objectives in alignment with various customers and stakeholders' needs and mission objectives
Exemplify outstanding written and verbal communication skills, coupled with proven leadership capabilities that foster effective team collaboration