Deputy Program Manager

Title:
Deputy Program Manager

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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.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

KBR is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to join our team in Albuquerque, NM in support of the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program in support of Space Systems Command Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SSC/SZI).

This position is contingent upon contract award

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary deputy and delegated authority for the Program Manager for day-to-day program execution, internal coordination, and contractor team leadership.
• Support the Program Manager in executing all contract functions, including quality, safety, security, risk, cost, schedule, subcontractor oversight, and workforce management.
• Maintain continuous situational awareness of task order performance, risks, milestones, staffing, and system dependencies, ensuring timely escalation and mitigation planning.
• Coordinate closely with Government counterparts, associate contractors, Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) partners, and internal KBR teams to ensure seamless delivery of engineering, sustainment, cybersecurity, logistics, and facilities support services.
• Lead efforts with project planning & control, billing, and invoicing to ensure timely and accurate submissions of invoices.
• Assist in preparing and delivering Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and recurring Government status meetings; ensure accuracy and completeness of program reporting products.
• Manage and track cross-contractor integration activities to keep mission partners and vendors synchronized.
• Oversee configuration, information management, cost management inputs, and monthly performance data.
• Ensure contractor personnel comply with Government policies, security directives, and operating instructions.
• Coordinate staffing plans, onboarding, training, certification tracking, and personnel scheduling.
• Support subcontractor performance oversight and coordination.
• Lead internal action tracking, maintain documentation baselines, and drive process improvements.
• Support the Government risk management program with identification and mitigation tracking.
• Ensure compliance with GFP, property accountability, and security standards.

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD TS/SCI, SAP Eligible clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, management, or related field.
• 5+ years of program or project management experience within DoD, space, intelligence, or related mission areas.
• Experience supporting programs with $5M+ annual value and teams of 10+ personnel.
• Knowledge of ground systems engineering, sustainment, integration, or operations.
• Current understanding/experience performing DoD acquisition, contracting, finance, budgeting and technical review processes for the Government or within industry.
• Strong communication, leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in secure, high-tempo operational environments.

Desired Qualifications

• PMP or equivalent program management certification, for example CSM, CAPM, PRINCE2 and/or CPM.
• Experience supporting SSC/SZI, SDG, or similar space-ground system programs.
• Experience with satellite ground systems, SOC operations, cybersecurity accreditation, and cloud architectures.
• Advanced STEM or management degree.

Work Environment

• Location: Albuquerque, NM (Kirtland AFB - Government site)

• Travel: 0-20%

• Working Hours: Standard; additional hours to support mission needs

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

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.