Join Our Team as a Senior Advisor & Program Manager in Autonomy & Artificial Intelligence RDT&E

At KBR, Inc., we are seeking a highly skilled Autonomy & Artificial Intelligence Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) Senior Advisor and Program Manager to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to serve as a specialized technical advisor to the government Program Manager, shaping the future of Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence (AAI) technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will guide and manage extensive RDT&E investments intended to enhance AAI technology implementation in realistic operational scenarios. Responsibilities include:

• Technical and programmatic advisement to improve software tools, architectures, and solutions in Autonomy and AI.
• Identifying technological gaps and accelerating testing processes for AAI hardware and software.
• Collaborating with joint mission and service partners to integrate new capabilities into an overarching AAI T&E strategy.
• Direct management of varied projects aimed at establishing a robust AAI operational capability.

Top Skills Needed:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Over 5 years of experience in managing and executing RDT&E initiatives.
• 3+ years of leadership within the DoD, including significant network connections as a government worker or contractor.
• Strong hands-on experience in the research and development of relevant technologies.
• Proven capability to recruit, lead, and manage multi-disciplinary and geographically distributed teams.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess:

• A relevant technical degree (BA/S + 10 years; MA/S + 8 years; PhD/DS + 6 years).
• Proficiency in developing collaborative networks across government, industry, and academia.
• Experience in creating and implementing clear program objectives with effective stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Desirable Qualifications:

Nice to have:

• Experience with live, virtual, and constructive experimentation involving AI-enabled systems.
• Current Secret clearance or higher.

Why Join KBR?

Become a part of a team that integrates AI-enabled systems consistently with Departmental strategies, driving innovation and exceeding the expectations set by our governmental partners. KBR offers a nurturing environment that fosters growth and values your expertise and contribution. In pursuing the goals laid by the Defense Department, every challenge converts into a gateway for development and real-world application.

KBR celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply Now!

If you are ready to lead the charge in AAI advancements and make significant impacts at a global defense level, we want to hear from you. Join KBR, where your expertise in Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence will steer the future of defense innovation.