Program Integrator

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 War, 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

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in delivering next-generation rotary-wing capability to an international partner? As a Program Integrator, you will lead certification and configuration management integration efforts supporting the UK Chinook H 47 (Extended Range) program under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) framework. In this role, you'll work across U.S. and UK government stakeholders, OEMs, and program offices to ensure aircraft configuration alignment, certification readiness, and milestone achievement. You'll directly impact delivery of 14 H 47(ER) aircraft and help shape readiness for key milestones such as Ready for Training (RFT), Initial and Final Operational Capability (IOC/FOC). Join a highly collaborative environment where your expertise in aviation systems, program integration, and stakeholder coordination will drive mission success in a complex multinational defense program.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Provide program integration and coordination across U.S. and UK stakeholders including PM Cargo FMS, UK Type Airworthiness Authority, SOCOM, and TAPO organizations
• Lead certification support activities, including coordination and tracking of Certificate of Design (CoD) development and approvals
• Interface with OEMs (e.g., Boeing, Honeywell, Collins Aerospace) to ensure alignment with certification and configuration baselines
• Assess and manage impacts of configuration changes (e.g., MH‑47G modifications) on certification and delivery timelines
• Develop and maintain program status reports, including Monthly Status Reports (MSRs) and stakeholder briefings
• Identify risks to certification and configuration alignment and implement mitigation strategies
• Support development and execution of the Project Management Plan (PMP), including schedule, cost, and risk elements
• Support program reviews (PMRs), design reviews (SRR/CDR/TRR), and other technical and programmatic meetings
• Align integration activities with key UK milestones (RFT, IOC, FOC) and capture lessons learned for future increments
• Coordinate travel and engagement with domestic and international stakeholders, including UK program offices and U.S. government agencies

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aviation, Program Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience supporting DoD aviation programs, preferably rotary-wing systems
• Demonstrated experience in airworthiness certification and/or aircraft configuration management
• Experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs or multinational defense environments
• Familiarity with CH 47 Chinook, MH 47G, or similar rotary-wing platforms strongly desired
• Proven ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders, including government, industry, and international partners
• Strong program management skills, including scheduling, reporting, and risk management
• Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain), with eligibility for higher clearance if required
• U.S. citizenship required due to export control (ITAR/EAR) constraints

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Program Management
• Experience supporting certification artifacts such as Certificate of Design (CoD)
• Prior experience working with UK MOD or international airworthiness authorities
• Familiarity with TAPO, SOCOM aviation programs, or special operations aviation systems
• PMP or DAWIA certification
• Experience working at Redstone Arsenal or with PM Cargo

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability
• Paid time off or flexible work schedule
• Professional training and development for career advancement