Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist

KBR • El Segundo, CA

95d • $135,000 - $160,000

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 Senior Acquisition Support and Strategic Communication Specialist to join our team in Los Angeles, CA. This position requires support to senior leadership across Space Systems Command. We are seeking a highly skilled Communication Specialist who is passionate about space, technology, and communication. In addition to being highly proficient in the communication field, our ideal candidate is creative, organized, highly collaborative, able to influence peers, and interacts comfortably with senior leadership across the government and private industry. An individual who can also comfortably handle multiple projects simultaneously is also strongly desired.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance.
• 12+ years of experience.
• BA/BS in program/project management or related field.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Products, especially MS Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification.
• Advanced degree in Program/Project Management.
• Strong ability to translate highly technical content into thoughtful, compelling, and effective communication products in support of Space Systems Command customers.
• Strong ability to apply strategic thinking, attention to detail and situational awareness towards communication products and deliverables.
• Knowledge of space acquisition processes, Congress and other relevant government organizations that impact acquisition program offices.
• Knowledge of the PPBE process, Congress, legislation, policies, regulations and acquisition related communication documents (i.e. R-Docs, acquisitions strategies, Congressional Reporting Requirements, GAO reports, IG).
• Strong writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work closely with teammates and customers across internal and external organizations.
• Strong ability to think critically and synthesize information from multiple sources into comprehensive plans and documents.
• Knowledge of Higher Headquarters, Air Force and Space Force, processes and procedures as it relates to their functional responsibility.
• Speak/write Air Force, Space Force and Space Acquisition terminology appropriately.
• Deep understanding of mission critical aspects of space acquisition.
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Goal-oriented, strategic thinker who is also willing to roll up their sleeves and execute tactics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-impact communications for SSC and enterprise programs (i.e., AATS, PNT, missile warning), strengthening support and enabling mission success.
• Translate technical information and apply critical thinking into compelling documents, reports, speeches, briefings, media articles, videos, and graphics.
• Develop communication plans and strategies that support the goals and objectives of an acquisition program office.
• Develop media strategies, responses to media inquiries, write press releases, and articles to advance the strategic objectives of an acquisition program office.
• Coordinate the design and production of communication products and deliverables.
• Assist in coordinating, consolidating, analyzing, distributing, and monitoring action items, suspenses, and responses.
• Ensure program office responses and audit deliverables are staffed via Directorate processes and are provided in form and content in accordance with program office, SSC, and higher Air Force, Space Force, and DoD policies.

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D.
• Flexible spending account.
• Disability.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Career advancement through professional training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree