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S5 Strategy and Campaign Planner

KBR Careers
Lompoc, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Title

S5 Strategy and Campaign Planner

KBR is hiring highly skilled and motivated candidates to provide support and expertise for the U.S. Space Forces – Space (S4S) – Strategy and Plans Division (S53) as a Strategy & Campaign Plans Subject Matter Expert.

In this role, you will provide support and expertise in the application of operational art and design into planning efforts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the S53 to create, execute, and administratively maintain OPTs in support of plans development and assessment both through in-person OPT participation or remotely (telephonic, Teams, etc).
  • Develop and maintain support plans in conjunction with the joint planning process.
  • Conduct research and perform analysis of new CCMD/Joint and Service Component plans and make recommendations for use in developing and updating S5 support plans.
  • Provide recommendations for the best course of action for plan development at all levels. Assist in the refinement of plans at all levels for the command.
  • Conduct analysis, as directed, to improve/eliminate/add areas for planning.
  • Recommend changes and updates based upon organizational changes and the evolution of the future environment.
  • Develop mission analysis products, develop COA and COA analysis, assist with wargaming products (e.g., excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint briefings, written analytical products), and the drafting, coordination and approval of contingency plans.
  • Analyze, develop, and integrate adversary-specific details in plans and targeting processes to include the development and maintenance of CAL.
  • Represent the S5 and/or S53 in HHQ, Command, and multi-Directorate events and complete limited admin duties including internal/external document preparation and review and management of tasking using TMT on NIPRNet and SIPRNet.
  • Travel to and participate in planning conferences and other events at CONUS and OCONUS locations.
  • Develop and maintain support plans, mission analysis products, COA analysis, and wargame products.

Qualifications

Required:

  • An active TS clearance with eligibility for SCI, SAP, and ACCM is MANDATORY, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
  • Demonstrated experience in initiating and/or developing Government specified content for USSPACECOM J5.
  • Experience in providing strategic advice, technical guidance, analysis and recommendations for mission and program challenges.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to brief/interactive with senior (GO/FLAG) level officer and senior civilians.
  • Ability to perform all task functions quickly and accurately without supervision or assistance.

Work Environment

  • Location: On-site at Vandenberg SFB, CA
  • Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
  • Working Hours: Standard

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40hrs

Basic Compensation

$150,000 - $170,000 (This range is for California only.)

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

  • Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

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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Salary : $150,000 - $170,000

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