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About this Intelligent Systems Research and Development Support Program Manager role at KBR

KBR · Onsite · Mountain View, California

Title:

Intelligent Systems Research and Development Support Program Manager

BELONG. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR. 

Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers.  But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. 

The Intelligent Systems Research and Development Support (ISRDS) contract supports NASA Ames Research Center in researching, developing and infusing advanced technology into NASA missions. Our scientists, engineers and technologists support research and development of critical enabling technologies for all of the NASA Mission Directorates.

KBR is seeking an experienced senior manager to lead the current contract and to position KBR for the upcoming recompete. The current management team has led contract support for this customer for over 25 years through numerous contract transitions.

The position involves organizing, planning, budgeting, directing and coordinating all technical activities to achieve cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives and lead a staff of over 100 engineers and computer scientists. The candidate will be responsible for employee welfare and morale and for maintaining an effective safety culture. The candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining excellent relations with corporate functional organizations and for meeting contract financial goals.

Required Qualifications:

  • An advanced degree in engineering or computer science is desired along with at least 15 years of increasingly responsible leadership positions and demonstrated customer satisfaction.
  • Must possess a strong leadership background in an R&D environment with demonstrated customer satisfaction.
  • Broad technical background in areas such as autonomous systems, robotics and space mission support is required.
  • Experience leveraging Silicon Valley relationships and strong connections with leading experts and emerging technologies.
  • Partner with the Center in bringing in new technology and new work opportunities.

Basic Compensation:

$258,200 - $387,300

This pay range applies to the Mountain View, CA area only.

The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or 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.

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How this Program Manager salary compares

This role pays $322,750/yrabove the typical range for Program Manager roles.

$165,225 median $182,500 $262,888

Typical range $169,713–$218,503/yr, from 7 comparable Program Manager listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Program Manager salary insights →

About KBR

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeh

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