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KBR, Inc.

Project Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

Previous working experience with NASA or a NASA contractor * Experience in customer interfacing role * Experience and understanding of configuration management for documentation and hardware/software

Metis, Inc.

$85 - $125/hr

Interfaces with NASA contractors and civil servant personnel. MAJOR JOB ACTIVITIES: This position will be responsible for: * Participates in various meetings related to the NASA programs including ...

Astrion

$38.80/hr

Coordinate and provide technical assistance to NASA/Contractor personnel. * Assure that laboratory practices conform to certifications and compliance standards, as required. * Provide computer ...

WidePoint

Program Manager NASA SEWP VI

Hampton, VA · Hybrid

$140K - $175K/yr

Program Manager NASA SEWP VI - WidePoint Integrated Solutions Corp. - Hybrid out of Columbus, OH ... the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Government Program ...

Halvik

Contracts Administrator

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The Contracting Member will support SEWP leadership with pre- and post-award contracting documentations and help resolve any issues that may impact the NASA SEWP Program Management Office (PMO) while ...

Halvik

Contracts Administrator II

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

The Contracting Member will support SEWP leadership with pre- and post-award contracting documentations and help resolve any issues that may impact the NASA SEWP Program Management Office (PMO) while ...

Halvik

Contracts Administrator

Greenbelt, MD

The Contracting Member will support SEWP leadership with pre- and post-award contracting documentations and help resolve any issues that may impact the NASA SEWP Program Management Office (PMO) while ...

Halvik

Contracts Administrator II

Greenbelt, MD

The Contracting Member will support SEWP leadership with pre- and post-award contracting documentations and help resolve any issues that may impact the NASA SEWP Program Management Office (PMO) while ...

Tetra Tech

Contracts Administrator

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

The Contracting Member will support SEWP leadership with pre- and post-award contracting documentations and help resolve any issues that may impact the NASA SEWP Program Management Office (PMO) while ...

Halvik

Contracts Administrator II

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

The Contracting Member will support SEWP leadership with pre- and post-award contracting documentations and help resolve any issues that may impact the NASA SEWP Program Management Office (PMO) while ...

Tetra Tech

Contracts Administrator II

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$100 - $150/hr

The Contracting Member will support SEWP leadership with pre- and post-award contracting documentations and help resolve any issues that may impact the NASA SEWP Program Management Office (PMO) while ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for nasa contractor in the United States is $23.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A NASA contractor job refers to a position with a private company or organization that has a contract with NASA to provide goods, services, or expertise. Contractors work in various fields such as engineering, IT, research, and project management to support NASA's missions. Unlike NASA employees, contractors are hired by independent companies but often work alongside NASA personnel. These jobs may be located at NASA centers or company offices and can vary in duration based on contract terms.

What does a NASA contractor do?

As a NASA Contractor, you may work on a wide range of projects including spacecraft design, mission analysis, software development, or research in support of ongoing NASA missions. Daily responsibilities can include collaborating with NASA engineers and scientists, attending project meetings, writing technical documentation, and ensuring adherence to strict quality and compliance standards. Contractors often work in a team-oriented environment where timely communication and adaptability are crucial. Project assignments can vary in duration and focus, providing exposure to cutting-edge technology and opportunities to expand your expertise within the space and aerospace sector.

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To thrive as a NASA Contractor, you typically need a solid background in science, engineering, or technology, often supported by a relevant degree and professional experience in the aerospace or related industries. Familiarity with industry-specific tools such as CAD software, project management systems, and possibly security clearances (ITAR, DoD clearance) is valuable. Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills help in working within multidisciplinary teams and meeting complex project goals. These capabilities are essential to ensure the highest levels of performance, compliance, and innovation in NASA's demanding and mission-critical projects.

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Infographic showing various Nasa Contractor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,837 per year, or $24 per hour.

Project Manager

KBR, Inc.

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

141st of 453 rated engineering

Job description

Title:
Project Manager
Belong. Connect. Grow. We are a contract of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers and we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.
On the Human Health and Performance Contract we are at the forefront of safeguarding astronaut health, ensuring human performance, and advancing technologies for human space exploration. We are seeking an Engineering Project Manager at the NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX.
What You'll Do:
In this role, you perform project management and subtask lead responsibilities in the HHPC2 Engineering Department's Project Management Group representing the contract for the Crew Health Care System (CHeCS) sustaining, resupply, and integration project for the International Space Station (ISS) Program. You provide oversight and lead the CHeCS components of the Environmental Health System (EHS) and Health Maintenance System (HMS). You lead major hardware/software activities for flight units, ground systems, off-site laboratory equipment, accessories, and unique testing equipment and will be required to perform integration of Engineering Department disciplines, Quality, Bond, and Logistics on a weekly basis. You will provide inputs to support multi-year Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE). Your NASA counterpart will be in the Human Systems Engineering and Integration Division of the Human Health and Performance Directorate.
You will:
  • Manage the technical scope oversight, budget estimating and monitoring, schedule development and maintenance, and risk development and monitoring
  • Manage expectations and communication with contract and customer stakeholders including organization of regular meetings to support successful product delivery
  • Manage development of documents and products for human spaceflight including plans, requirements, safety, flight certification, and hardware delivery
  • Organize and lead internal engineering meetings to support schedule development and maintenance, mitigate potential issues and develop client-friendly solutions in coordination with internal and external stakeholders
  • Participate in ISO/AS9100 Audits

What You Bring:
You bring experience leading a multi-disciplinary team, interfacing with contract upper management and support organizations, and interfacing with NASA customers and Programs. You use your experience and judgment to guide and focus the team to meet contract deliverables while working within defined scope and proactively seek guidance from contract leadership when needed. You comply with KBR's Safety, Health and Environmental Plan, Quality Plan, and all safety policies and procedures, and complete all assigned training.
Your Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, science, or project management
  • 5+ years' experience as a project manager, project engineer, systems engineer, subtask lead, or similar role in the aerospace industry
  • Previous working experience with NASA or a NASA contractor
  • Experience in customer interfacing role
  • Experience and understanding of configuration management for documentation and hardware/software
  • Experience leading negotiations with subcontractors/vendors and completing procurement

Desired:
  • Cost account management experience and reporting
  • Experience with Microsoft Project
  • Experience with Flight Hardware Development processes as outlined in SA-WI-014 and/or EA-WI-023
  • Experience in managing spaceflight projects of different sizes from start to finish
  • Experience in organization of technical reviews for life cycle milestones
  • Previous experience with Human Systems Engineering such as human factors and designing for the product end-user

Your Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional conduct, including the ability to integrate quickly into and lead a small team and represent the contract with integrity
  • Ability to multi-task, work independently with minimal supervision, and make and communicate the rationale behind key decisions in a constantly evolving fast-paced work environment
  • Ability to take on ownership of projects and direct them from beginning to end
  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
  • Excellent organizational skills and be detail oriented
  • Strong time management skills with a high level of intuition and judgment
  • Have a "can do" attitude - no job is too big or small, be a problem solver
  • Be results-oriented with a creative approach to problem solving
  • Be proactive about learning and motivated to take on additional responsibilities over time

What to Expect
This position is expected to be in person for a minimum of 4 days per week. Occasional travel may be required.
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 an 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 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.
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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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At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998

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