KBR, Inc

Program Manager

KBR, Inc$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 7-10 years of relevant experience
  • Secret Security Clearance required
  • Track record of managing project scope, schedule, staffing, and budgets
  • Experience with Government customers and PMOs
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially for senior leadership presentations

Responsibilities

  • Manage cross-functional teams for systems engineering and cyber security efforts
  • Ensure technical performance and schedule execution across multiple projects
  • Oversee risk management and resource allocation across initiatives
  • Interface with Government Program Offices and industry partners
  • Deliver mission-critical maintenance systems capabilities for F-35 operations

Benefits

  • On-site work location in Miamisburg, OH
  • Minimal travel requirement of 10%
  • Standard 40-hour work week
  • Commitment to employee welfare through 'People First' culture
  • Focus on continuous improvement and team cohesion in the workplace
Full Job Description
Title:
Program Manager

KBR is seeking a Program Manager to support the F-35 Maintenance Systems Program Management Office (PMO), providing leadership, coordination, and oversight across a portfolio of sustainment, maintenance, logistics, and modernization initiatives supporting the F-35 Weapon System.

The Program Manager will lead the planning, execution and integration of activities supporting the F-35 maintenance sustainment capabilities, ensuring alignment with program objectives, operational requirements, and acquisition milestones.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Managing cross-functional teams engaged in systems engineering, digital transformation initiatives, cyber security compliance, and lifecycle sustainment efforts critical to maintaining fleet readiness and mission effectiveness.
  • Ensuring technical performance, schedule execution, risk management, resource allocation, customer satisfaction, and contract compliance across multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders.
  • This position serves as the primary interface between Government Program Offices, Air Force and Joint Program Office stakeholders, industry partners, and KBR leadership to ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical maintenance systems capabilities that enhance F-35 sustainment operations, operational availability and long-term platform readiness.


Work Environment
Location: On-site, Miamisburg, OH
Travel Requirements: 10% minimal travel.
Working Hours: Standard 40 hours per week

Required Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree

-7-10 years of experience

-Secret Security Clearance required
-Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedule, staffing, budgets, risks, and deliverables
-Experience interacting with Government customers and Program Management Offices (PMOs)
-Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership

Desired Qualifications:
-Advanced Degree
-Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
-Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Program Management certification or equivalent
-Experience supporting AFLCMC organizations and acquisition programs
-Experience leading geographically dispersed teams and subcontractors

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

About KBR, Inc

KBR, Inc is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides services to customers in the energy, chemical, and government sectors, among others. KBR has a global presence, with operations in over 40 countries. The company was founded in 1901 as M.W. Kellogg Company and has undergone several name changes and mergers since then. KBR is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers while also being a responsible corporate citizen.
Learn more about KBR, Inc
Size
28,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$72 million
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
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