Manufacturing Manager

KBR
Huntsville, AL
Title:
Manufacturing Manager

Program Summary

KBR's Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Manager serves as the overall leader for contract execution, overseeing personnel management, technical operations, and total task order (TO) performance. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, efficient delivery across all aspects of the contract, including business processes and technical outcomes as well as optimal use of assigned resources and subcontractors.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Provide overarching leadership and guidance to all contractor personnel
  • Assign tasks, supervise ongoing technical work, and optimize resource and subcontractor utilization.
  • Coordinate and collaborate on all tasks, activities, requirements, and issues related to Customer support; maintain proactive, transparent communication to effectively manage Customer expectations.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for formal Customer discussions, fostering high satisfaction and ongoing improvement.
  • Monitor program cost, performance, quality, schedule, and risk; adapt plans based on Customer feedback.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and documentation that reflect implementation of key requirements.
  • Apply established program management procedures to track cost, schedule, inventory, and performance.
  • Analyze variances and implement corrective actions to maintain program targets.
  • Interpret contract requirements from the designated management tool and assign qualified, cleared personnel.
  • Identify and mitigate potential downstream issues that may impact program objectives.
  • Ensure continuity of operations during personnel transitions; approve staffing alignments and resource allocations.
  • Oversee budgeting, cost control, financial reporting, and overall operational expenditures.
  • Coordinate work priorities and continuously monitor processes, procedures, and program implementation.
  • Drive improvements in cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee quality control, contract compliance, and inspection of maintenance and service operations.
  • Review and validate accuracy of management and contract reports prior to submission.
  • Cultivate strategic relationships with external agencies and stakeholders, promoting interagency collaboration and resource sharing that expands mission capabilities and cost-effectiveness.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Industrial) with at least eight years of experience in the field
  • Minimum of five years' experience managing and coordinating a DoD acquisition of similar scope and complexity within the last five years.
  • Minimum of five years' experience in managing strategic outreach efforts to external Government agencies, programs, and resources that can enhance the program.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret clearance
  • Willingness to travel domestically (CONUS) and internationally (OCONUS) as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proven skills in project team facilitation, resource management, and scheduling.
  • Strong written communication and presentation abilities, including persuasive writing.
  • High adaptability and eagerness to learn new skills.
  • Excellent organization, follow-through, and multitasking capabilities.
  • Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated business acumen and leadership.
  • Ability to lead projects and contribute effectively in both leadership and support roles.
  • Competence in translating objectives into actionable plans and schedules.
  • Possess an active Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional certification or PMI Program Management Professional (PgMP®) certification
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.
Posted 2025-10-10

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