Acquisition Engineer

Responsibilities

• Bridge the gap between Contracts, Acquisition, and Systems Engineering for Government Space System efforts
• Write Statements of Work (SOW) and contribute to RFI and RFP strategies and documentation
• Manage Major System Acquisitions and Task Orders through processes such as ASC and CRP
• Advise Contracting Officers (CO) and COTRs on contract types, approval authorities, and acquisition best practices
• Oversee contract execution, including Milestone Payment Plans and Incentive Plans
• Identify technical risks and provide unique courses of action to solve complex problems
• Review contractor submissions for technical accuracy and provide detailed critical analysis
• Assist with contract compliance assessments and mentor junior team members

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience specifically in Space Systems acquisition
• 5+ years of experience working within the Intelligence Community (IC)
• Proven experience with DoD and IC acquisitions, including source selections for Major System Acquisition
• Experience with Systems Engineering processes across the development life cycle
• Strong knowledge of IC and DoD Acquisition regulations, policies, and contract structures

Benefits

• Competitive 401K plan with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts and paid time off
• Opportunities for professional training and career advancement

About the Company

KBR is a global provider of science, technology, and engineering solutions. Our National Security Solutions team delivers high-end engineering and advanced technology to the intelligence and national security communities, helping governments and companies accomplish their most critical missions.