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IT Product Development Lead

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KBR is seeking a Product Development Lead to support the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) efforts related to Aviation Product Lifecycle Management (AvPLM). Qualified candidates must be customer focused and capable of operating within a dynamic environment in support of initiatives and must have experience with managing software development/customization teams. Candidates should be highly familiar with working within an Agile environment and will be responsible for team progress, customer requirements, software development, software customization, integration, and migration to the Government Cloud Environment (GCE). The successful candidate will provide direct support and leadership to a development/implementation team responsible for receiving customer requirements and interfacing with software subject matter experts and logisticians to customize and deploy solutions. The successful candidate should possess and apply a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high-impact assignments, plan and lead major technology assignments, evaluate performance results, and recommend changes affecting short-term project growth and success, as well as function as a technical expert across multiple project assignments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the JIRA-based NAVAIR Development board and develop, update, and maintain stories and bugs relative to the development effort. Track requirements across projects and maintain visibility on upcoming efforts. Assist with prioritizing bugs and tasks across product teams. Participate in product team meetings to gain a complete understanding of all tasks. Engage in day-to-day discussions on tasking, issues, and requirements. Monitor and track details related to test event progression. Coordinate information and share content for releases and test events.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Years of Experience: A bachelor’s degree in an IT related field (Computer Science, Computer Engineering) plus 4 years experience.

Technical Experience/Background:

• Experience with managing software development/customization teams

• Understanding and wide application of advanced principles, theories, concepts and techniques in Product Data Management, Project Management, Requirements Gathering, User Acceptance, Major Upgrades, Software implementation, and validation.

Clearance & Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required. Active Secret clearance or clearance eligibility, Single Scope Background Investigation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Certifications: Certified SCRUM Master, Security+ CE, OS Certification

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.

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.

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.