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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.

This is a contingent position and is based on contract award.

Contingent position will be located in Stennis Space Center, MS

We are looking for a Sr. Manager, Innovation, who will be responsible for the Innovation Process, including producing and gaining approval for innovation and continuous improvement projects in support of NASA and tenant mission, as well as lowering the cost of operations and improving production output and safety.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Energize and engage contract workforce in the innovation process
• Produce and update an annual Innovation Plan, conduct quarterly innovation reviews with NASA, and develop Innovation Project Proposal with support of appropriate staff
• Produce one innovation idea per quarter per site (2 sites) or 8 per year
• Work with Operations manager and team to support innovation project implementation
• Must be able to interact with senior leaders from NASA and the stakeholders (tenants, Program, State, local Academia) to solicit innovations ideas

Requirements:

• 15+ years of experience managing large teams of Civil Servants and Contractors to support NASA Center in data, operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Engineering Degree or equivalent training and demonstrated experience.
• High energy individual, excellent verbal skills, strong people and leadership skills

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.

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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver – Together.

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