Title:

Speechwriter - STARCOM

KBR is seeking a Speechwriter to provide on-site support to Headquarters Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) located at Patrick Space Force Base in Florida.

A strong candidate has speechwriting experience in space mission areas. In this position, you will:

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and attend meetings to discuss STARCOM/CC public speaking engagements.Detail topics, intended audience, presentation materials, and desired formats for each engagement.Provide draft full-text speeches, informal remarks, and presentation materials for the STARCOM/CC for scheduled and unscheduled public speaking engagements.Provide products within specified timelines, IAW strategic level communications plan, utilizing research and analysis of current events related to the topic, and tailored to the intended audience.Provide draft scripts for STARCOM/CC use in recorded and virtual messages to worldwide members of the United States Space Force.Draft communications scripts.Travel may be required for limited durations to support Customer events.

Qualifications:

Required:

An active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.3+ years of speechwriting experience.BA/BS degree (5 years of relevant experience may substitute).Headquarters experience in the US Space Force, US Air Force, Combatant Command, SpOC, STARCOM or equivalent.Experience with providing strategic advice, technical guidance, analysis and recommendations.Demonstrated ability to prepare quality products for senior leaders.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to multi-task and turn staff products rapidly in a dynamic environment.Proficiency with MS Office Suite.Ability to work with both internal and external senior leaders, offices, directorates, and action officers.The ability to work in a secure, confined location (i.e., SCIF).

Desired:

Experience with US Space Force weapon systems and missions.MA/MS degree.

Work Environment:

Location: On-siteTravel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%Working Hours: Standard

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40hrs

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.