MEASURE Program Operations Manager

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MEASURE Program Operations Manager

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated MEASURE Program Operations Manager to lead and oversee our technical support services for the Navy METCAL/MEASURE Program in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background of over 20 years in managing all facets of technical programs with a strong emphasis on application development and overall program management and logistics support. This role requires a strategic leader who can serve as the primary technical expert and liaison between the company and government program authorities, ensuring the successful execution of all contractual and project-related objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the overall technical lead for the operational management and administration of a multi-disciplinary technical team.

• Manage all onsite operations, logistics, and resource allocation for both prime and subcontractor personnel.

• Act as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all technical processes related to the MEASURE program.

• Function as the main point of contact with government program managers and technical authorities, ensuring clear communication and accountability for performance.

• Lead project requirements analysis, including liaison with government sponsors and stakeholders to identify, analyze, and assess current and future program requirements.

• Develop and manage project lifecycles, including providing risk assessments, defining project scope, and creating detailed schedules.

• Oversee staff development and provide coaching, leveraging extensive experience in team development and process management.

• Ensure all contractual deliverables and Statement of Work (SOW) requirements are met on time and to specification.

• Direct software, data , process and quality assurance analysis efforts and coordinate integration/sustainment in the appropriate Automated Information System (AIS) system.

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizenship is Required

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field Extensive professional experience in relevant roles may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

• A minimum of 14 years of specialized experience in the analysis and design of business applications on complex systems.

• Demonstrated expertise in database analysis, design, development, data cleansing, storage, and retrieval methods.

• Proven ability to formulate detailed technical specifications from high-level requirements.

• Extensive experience managing contracts, operations, and personnel for government support services, specifically within the Navy METCAL/MEASURE program.

• Strong background in configuration management, quality assurance, and test and evaluation.

• Exceptional leadership and team development skills with a proven ability to manage and motivate diverse technical teams.

• Must hold an active SECRET security clearance.

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM).

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) credential.

• Agile SDLC experience.

• Deep familiarity with Navy and Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) system operations and IA requirements.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week.

Compensation: $120,000-$170,000. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, 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 a 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.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt 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.