Sr. Program Manager (Hybrid)

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Pasadena, CA, USA
In-Office
162K-298K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver NASA and government programs, owning cost, schedule, technical performance, personnel management, customer engagement, program planning, financial tracking, and capture support. Shape strategy, perform market analysis, and coordinate across business units to drive program execution and growth in space systems and mission engineering.
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Sr. Program Manager (Hybrid)

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

We at KBR share one goal: to improve the world responsibly as a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers.

KBR is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead program execution, personnel, and growth within the Mission IT and Engineering (MIE) Division. This role reports to the Division Vice President and is responsible for delivering complex NASA and related government programs while shaping strategy, supporting capture efforts, and ensuring strong customer engagement.

The position is Hybrid, with reoccurring visits to the customer site along with the ability to work remotely.

POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD

Position can be remote

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead multi-disciplinary teams in program execution, personnel leadership, and business growth.
  • Own full lifecycle delivery of programs (cost, schedule, technical performance, and contract deliverables).
  • Manage personnel including hiring, onboarding, performance, development, and subcontractor integration.
  • Develop and maintain strong customer relationships and represent KBR in meetings, briefings, and presentations.
  • Lead program planning, integrated master schedules, financial tracking, and performance reporting.
  • Support business development, capture, and strategic positioning for related NASA and commercial opportunities.
  • Conduct market analysis, customer needs assessments, and long-range capability roadmap planning.
  • Leverage knowledge of space systems (satellites, ground systems, mission ops, launch support) to inform execution and strategy.
  • Coordinate across internal business units and stakeholders to meet program and growth objectives.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of experience OR Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience
  • Proven experience leading programs to cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
  • Proven experience staffing engineering and scientific positions
  • Proven experience managing teams, and personnel.
  • Experience supporting U.S. Government and/or NASA programs.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain required clearance.
  • Background in space systems, mission engineering, communications, or operations.
Preferred Qualifications
  • NASA or DOD space related engineering experience.
  • Experience with large and complex government contracts.
  • PMP or PgMP certification.
  • Experience in capture, business development, or growth strategy.
  • TS/SCI Security clearance
Core Competencies
  • Program and personnel leadership
  • Program execution and delivery
  • Strategic thinking and business acumen
  • Customer engagement and relationship management
  • Risk management and problem resolution
  • Communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to operate in dynamic environments
Benefits & Culture

KBR offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and professional development. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture dedicated to innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.

Basic Compensation:

  • Jobs on this contract range from $161,600- $297,900. 
  • The offered rate will be based on the position, contract affordability, the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

 Additional Compensation:

  • KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

 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.​ 
  • Click here to learn more:  KBR Benefits | KBR 

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience OR Master's degree with 10+ years of experience
  • Proven experience leading programs to cost, schedule, and performance objectives
  • Proven experience staffing engineering and scientific positions
  • Proven experience managing teams and personnel (hiring, onboarding, performance, development)
  • Experience supporting U.S. Government and/or NASA programs
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain required security clearance
  • Background in space systems, mission engineering, communications, or operations
  • Experience with program planning, integrated master schedules, financial tracking, and performance reporting
  • Experience supporting capture, business development, or strategic positioning for government or commercial opportunities
  • Ability to represent the company in customer meetings, briefings, and presentations
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What We Do

KBR, Inc. is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company, formerly a subsidiary of Halliburton.

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