Program Manager

Title: Program Manager Program Summary   Kord, a wholly owned subsidiary of KBR, delivers advanced defense solutions supporting the U.S. Department of Defense and other government agencies. Our programs span the development, integration, testing, production, deployment, and sustainment of complex weapon systems and mission-critical technologies that enhance warfighter capability and national security. These efforts require strong program leadership to manage technical execution, cost, schedule, risk, customer relationships, and cross-functional teams across the program lifecycle.

The Program Manager will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of defense programs supporting the development, integration, production, testing, and fielding of advanced weapon systems and related technologies. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned programs, including technical performance, financial execution, customer engagement, risk management, subcontractor oversight, and strategic planning.   The Program Manager will work closely with engineering, operations, contracts, finance, business development, and government stakeholders to ensure successful program execution while meeting customer requirements and company objectives. This position requires a demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex programs, and deliver results in dynamic and demanding defense environments.   Roles and Responsibilities   Lead all aspects of program execution to achieve customer requirements related to cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality.   Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and execution strategies.   Manage cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, operations, logistics, supply chain, quality, and business support personnel.   Serve as the primary customer interface for program execution, status reporting, issue resolution, and strategic engagement.   Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions to address technical, schedule, cost, or resource challenges.   Identify, assess, and manage program risks and opportunities throughout the program lifecycle.   Support proposal development, capture activities, program planning, and transition from contract award to execution.   Oversee subcontractor and supplier performance to ensure alignment with program objectives and contractual requirements.   Coordinate system development, integration, testing, production, deployment, and sustainment activities.   Ensure compliance with customer requirements, contractual obligations, company policies, and applicable government regulations.   Conduct internal and external program reviews, technical interchange meetings, and milestone reviews.   Track and manage key program metrics, financial performance, resource utilization, and earned value data, as applicable.   Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings, customer presentations, and program status reports.   Foster a collaborative team environment that supports innovation, accountability, and mission success.   Support strategic growth initiatives and identify opportunities for follow-on business and customer expansion.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering , Business Administration, Program Management, Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Defense Studies,   or   a related   discipline.   Minimum 8 years of experience managing or supporting defense, aerospace, government, or complex technical programs.   Experience leading multidisciplinary teams through development, integration, production, test, and deployment activities.   Demonstrated experience managing program cost, schedule, technical performance, and risk.   Familiarity with government contracting requirements and defense acquisition processes.   Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.   Experience developing and presenting information