Nuclear Command and Control (NC3) SME

Title:

KBR is seeking a Strategic Nuclear Command Control and Communications (NC3) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support Headquarters Combat Forces Command (HQ CFC) at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs Colorado.

The selected candidate will provide strategic-level analysis planning and operational expertise supporting NC3 programs and capabilities including Integrated Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) missile warning and tracking survivability and endurability satellite communications Nuclear Detection Systems command and control systems cybersecurity and communications architectures. The SME will assist senior leaders in evaluating operational requirements assessing mission impacts and developing recommendations to support the readiness and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear enterprise.

In this position you will:

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze NC3 operational capabilities plans concepts doctrine tactics and organizational effectiveness to identify risks gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Assess ITW/AA operational impacts and interactions across the NC3 enterprise and develop recommendations to support mission execution.
• Review system modifications modernization efforts and acquisition activities to ensure alignment with operational requirements and mission objectives.
• Support strategic planning and policy development efforts related to NC3 and the nuclear enterprise.
• Participate in senior-level forums and governance activities including Nuclear Enterprise Reviews Nuclear Oversight Boards Nuclear Issue Resolution and Integration working groups and Capabilities Programming Guidance initiatives.
• Evaluate funding decisions document operational impacts and risks and develop courses of action to address mission shortfalls or emerging requirements.
• Support development and review of program plans schedules budgets and operational resource requirements.
• Develop maintain and update operational documentation including mission directives requirements documents concepts of operation manpower assessments readiness reporting products mission essential task documentation and weapon system fielding and acceptance reports.
• Provide strategic advice technical expertise and analytical recommendations to senior military and government leadership on NC3-related programs and initiatives.
• Travel may be required for limited durations to support customer meetings reviews and operational events.

Qualifications:

Required:

• An active TS/SCI clearance is required to be considered for this position which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
• Bachelors degree and 10 years of experience supporting NC3 nuclear operations strategic deterrence ITW/AA nuclear force management missile warning or related mission areas. Experience may be substituted for education where appropriate.
• Experience supporting Headquarters-level organizations within the U.S. Space Force U.S. Air Force Combatant Commands Field Commands Major Commands or equivalent organizations.
• Demonstrated experience with NC3-related systems and mission areas including one or more of the following:
  • Integrated Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment (ITW/AA)
  • Missile warning and missile tracking
  • Survivability and endurability programs
  • Satellite communications (SATCOM)
  • U.S. Nuclear Detection System (USNDS)
  • Command and Control Incident Communications System (CCIC2S)
  • Command and control systems.
• Experience providing strategic analysis operational assessments technical guidance and recommendations to senior leaders and decision makers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to develop executive-level briefings reports and recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Teams PowerPoint Excel and Word.

Desired:

• Experience supporting Joint Staff Combatant Command Service Headquarters or other senior-level strategic organizations.
• Experience with Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) requirements development force design or capability assessment processes.
• Experience supporting nuclear modernization acquisition programs operational planning research and development science and technology initiatives or weapons system integration efforts.
• Familiarity with U.S. Space Force Department of the Air Force and Department of Defense strategic planning and programming processes.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site at Peterson SFB CO
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40hrs

Basic Compensation:

$115000 - $130000

This range is for Colorado only.

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge skills abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

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. Grow. with KBR!

KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security this position your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.

Why Join Us

• Innovative Projects: KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering logistics operations science program management mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

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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 teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

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