Director of Explosives Manufacturing (Contingency)
Richmond
Thursday, 04 June 2026
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs from initiation through completion. Manage program scope, schedule, budget, and risk to ensure contractual and financial objectives are achieved. Serve as the primary point of contact for program-related communications with customers and key stakeholders. Develop and maintain detailed program plans, milestones, and performance metrics. Coordinate with R&D team to ensure proper business case for new product development efforts. Along with Operations, develop detailed metrics and shop floor goals that will meet IBP/ QBR forecasts. Lead and mentor cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, finance, and supply chain functions. Responsible for RBA process for existing products, firm, follow-on, etc. Ensure proposed work fits in available production scheduleSupport development of BOE, along with Operations and Price Estimating. Oversee program financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements. Prepare and deliver program status reports and executive-level briefings to internal and external stakeholders. Support proposal development, capture activities, and long-range program growth strategies. Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications. Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience managing energetic explosives manufacturing facilities/plants (Construction and/or Production Operations)Experience managing rolling 12-18 month production schedule available for Pricing new business, internal financial forecasts, headcount forecasts, etc. RBA process for existing products, firm, follow-on. Experience managing large, complex programs within the defense or government contracting environment. Demonstrated experience managing program budgets, schedules, and risk. Knowledge of defense industry regulations, including ITAR, DFARS, and FAR - Experience in Cost Account Management (CAM) or Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)Experience in Manufacturing with an understanding of Production processes, Quality Control, and Lean Manufacturing. Experience leading cross-functional, matrixed teams. HMX and/or RDX Production Operations Experience. Authorization to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications. Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. PMP or equivalent project management certification. Experience scaling up New Molecule Energetics. Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience. Experience supporting capture, proposal development, or program growth initiatives. Strong executive-level communication and presentation experience. Travel may be required to support manufacturing sites, suppliers, and customers. KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits including a 401 K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work schedules, and professional training and development opportunities. 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.