Risk Management Specialist

Title:

Risk Management Specialist

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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.

KBR is seeking a Risk Management Specialist to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the MSEIT contract. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for KBR employment. However, you also have the option to be hired by one of our subcontractor teammates.

You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) Risk Management activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF. You will support working groups responsible for leading technical discussions, identifying and resolving risks, requirement gaps, developing briefings, and writing and tracking action items.

The MSEIT effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Center. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Gov’t program office with risk management, stakeholder communication and coordination, and risk activity planning, tracking and reporting.
• Administer the Risk Management process, schedule meetings, and publish agendas and minutes.
• Assist in identification and assessment of risks.
• Maintain list of risks, impact statements, risk exposure assessments, and mitigation plans.
• Proactively work with risk owners to track changes to risk handling plans and risk assessments.
• Build Risk Management briefings, document minutes and track accomplishment of action items.
• Coordinate, record, and implement the results of customer decisions.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years’ experience in program-level risk management
• 5+ years’ experience working in an engineering environment
• Expert level knowledge of the Risk Management process
• Working level knowledge with Risk Management tools
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and quickly adjust in a rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with numerous stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Desired:

• BS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science
• Expert level knowledge with Risk Management tools
• Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP)
• PMP certification
• Knowledge and experience in Jira and Confluence
• Experience working within an SE&I environment or contract
• Experience working on DoD programs
• Understanding of the DoD acquisition process
• Experience working with military and government representatives, FFRDC (Aerospace) representatives, development contractors, sub-contractors, and vendors
• Active Secret or higher clearance

Basic Compensation:  $120,000-$150,000 in California

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

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.

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
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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.