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Support acquisition reviews, budget reviews, meetings, and action item tracking. * Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: * Experience supporting government or defense ...

Support acquisition reviews, budget reviews, meetings, and action item tracking. * Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: * Experience supporting government or defense ...

Support acquisition reviews, budget reviews, meetings, and action item tracking. * Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: * Experience supporting government or defense ...

Schedule and Risk Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$80K - $160K/yr

Participates in DOE acquisition reviews as the schedule or risk subject matter expert (SME) or risk SME assessing project schedule and risk programs. * Acquisition reviews include Independent Cost ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for acquisition reviews in the United States is $125,764.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $149,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Acquisition Reviews vs Contract Analysts?

AspectAcquisition ReviewsContract Analysts
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, procurement certificationsBachelor's degree, contract management certifications
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, defense contractorsGovernment agencies, private sector companies
Industry UsageFederal acquisition processesContract management and negotiation
Primary FocusEvaluating acquisition processes and complianceDrafting, analyzing, and managing contracts

Acquisition Reviews focus on evaluating procurement processes and ensuring compliance with regulations, often within government agencies. Contract Analysts primarily handle contract drafting, analysis, and management. While both roles require similar credentials and work in related environments, their core responsibilities differ: Acquisition Reviews assess the acquisition process, whereas Contract Analysts manage contractual agreements.

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Infographic showing various Acquisition Reviews job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,764 per year, or $60.5 per hour.

Senior Acquisition Operations Specialist

KBR, Inc.

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

141st of 453 rated engineering


Job description

Title:
Senior Acquisition Operations Specialist
Job Summary
KBR is seeking a Senior Acquisition Operations Specialist to support a high-visibility Army acquisition organization in Huntsville, Alabama. This position serves as a senior advisor supporting acquisition planning, program oversight, reporting, executive communications, and operational coordination across complex defense programs. The selected candidate will work closely with PMO leadership, program managers, and government stakeholders to facilitate acquisition reviews, manage critical reporting requirements, and resolve complex programmatic issues impacting mission execution. This role requires extensive experience navigating defense acquisition systems, policies, and lifecycle management processes while providing actionable recommendations to senior leaders. The position offers an opportunity to directly influence program execution, organizational effectiveness, and strategic decision-making across mission-critical acquisition programs.
Roles and Responsibilities
  • Facilitate acquisition planning activities, systems readiness reviews, milestone reviews, and other formal program reviews supporting Army acquisition programs.
  • Execute recurring acquisition data collection, analysis, validation, and reporting requirements across Army and defense program management systems and databases.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on acquisition oversight processes, reporting tools, lifecycle management requirements, and program tracking systems.
  • Develop executive briefings, decision papers, executive summaries, reports, and recommendations for senior government and PMO leadership.
  • Analyze complex acquisition, management, and technical issues and recommend solutions to improve program execution and organizational performance.
  • Review and coordinate action papers, staff studies, regulations, policies, manuals, and investigative reports for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
  • Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of organizational policies, procedures, information management processes, and security-related initiatives.
  • Coordinate special projects and sensitive initiatives involving senior Army leadership, program executive offices, and external government organizations.
  • Evaluate organizational budget requirements and provide analysis and recommendations supporting special programs and strategic initiatives.
  • Other duties as assigned in support of mission and business requirements.

Basic Qualifications
  • Active Secret Security Clearance.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience supporting U.S. Department of Defense acquisition programs.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • Experience supporting Army Program Executive Offices (PEOs), Project Manager Offices (PMOs), or equivalent federal acquisition organizations.
  • Experience preparing acquisition documentation, executive briefings, decision papers, and program review materials.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Department of Defense acquisition policies, lifecycle management processes, and program oversight requirements.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Program Management, Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • DAWIA certification or equivalent acquisition certification.
  • Experience supporting Army modernization, weapons systems, aviation, missile defense, or command-and-control programs.
  • Experience with acquisition reporting systems, portfolio management tools, and enterprise-level program tracking databases.
  • PMP certification or comparable program management credential.

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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At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998