Operations Specialist

KBR, Inc.

Tactical Transition to Operations Specialist at KBR overseeing space defense systems integration and technical documentation. Collaborating with program offices and leading operational transitions in satellite communications.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeColorado Springs • California, Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,000 - $164,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide expertise in system acquisition and transition to operations/sustainment planning, scheduling, analysis, requirements verification, evaluating technical documentation, and integration for SATCOM programs in the acquisition lifecycle
Develop and/or evaluate various life cycle documentation to include, but not limited to: project reports, briefings, System Transition Plans, provisioning documents, Operational Acceptance (OA) and Initial Operational Capability (IOC) Plans, Materiel Fielding Plans (MFP), OA/IOC criteria, Integrated Schedules, Agreements, Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation, Development Contractor Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and Data Deliverable (DD) documents, etc.
Participate in site survey planning and execution
Evaluate Program-related documentation and coordinate with Program Office, HQ Space Operations Command (SpOC), and Delta 8 concerning OA, IOC, or Full Operational Capability (FOC) requirements and on Technical Orders/Manuals, Training, potential early use, OA, IOC, and/or FOC requirements
Lead and manage system transition to operations/sustainment process and activities, facilitate timely OA/IOC criteria closure and collect artifacts, assess system modifications/upgrades/changes/certifications, provisioning, evaluate transition readiness against requirements and schedules, monitor progress, identify/assess deficiencies and potential risks, document transition lessons learned for process improvement, and report status with recommendations to the Program Office
Participate in and/or facilitate transition planning forums and working groups to include, but not limited to: Transition Management Working Group (TMWG), Integration meetings, Training Planning Team, technical design reviews, etc.
Create and manage electronic databases

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active DoD Secret clearance
Bachelor’s Degree
5+ years’ experience in DoD systems acquisition life cycle management and/or operations
Program Office and/or HQ SpOC (previous HQ AFSPC) process experience
Satellite communication systems testing experience
Experience in weapon system transition to operations and support and system fielding (OA, IOC, and site activation)
Working autonomously with government customer, leading teams and projects, establishing/executing milestone and critical path schedules
Experience developing/evaluating life cycle management documentation (Transition Plans, Materiel Fielding Plans, etc.)
Understanding of DoD and joint service acquisition instructions and policy
Proficiency with operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (DoDI 5000 series)
Proficiency with Integrated Life Cycle Management (DAFI 63-101/20-101)
Proficiency with system transition to operations and support
Knowledge of 12 Integrated Product Support Elements
Proficiency with requirements management
Proficiency with writing acquisition technical documentation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to customers, senior leaders, and stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Innovative Projects
Collaborative Environment
Impactful Work
Standard Working Hours

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Hard Skills & Tools

DoD systems acquisitionoperations managementlife cycle management documentationsystem transitionrequirements managementtechnical documentation writingsatellite communication systems testingIntegrated Product Support ElementsAdaptive Acquisition FrameworkIntegrated Life Cycle Management

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillspresentation skillsleadershipproject managementteam collaborationcritical thinkingproblem-solvingarticulation of ideasstakeholder engagement

Certifications

DoD Secret clearanceBachelor's Degree