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KBR, Inc.

DSN Scheduler -Fully Remote

$58K - $87K/yr

Title: DSN Scheduler -Fully Remote Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! Around here, we define the ... Maintain project interfaces with JPL as it pertains to scheduling * Operate (and test as needed ...

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DSN Scheduler -Fully Remote

KBR, Inc.

Remote

$58K - $87K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

135th of 439 rated engineering

Job description

Title:
DSN Scheduler -Fully Remote
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
Around here, we define the future.
We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.
THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON AWARD OF CONTRACT
POSITION IS FULLY REMOTE
KBR is seeking a Project Scheduler to perform overall scheduling of communications contacts with operational spacecraft missions through NASA's Deep Space Network (DSN) antennas.
The DSN Project Scheduler will interface on the projects behalf with all DSN Predicts, Service Scheduling Software (SSS) Admins, Schedule Process Owner (SPO) Office, etc.
***Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident***
Responsibilities:
  • Generate requirements using Request/Requirement & Control Language (R&CL) and events in SSS for initial schedule generation

  • Perform conflict resolution negotiation activities with all DSN users to maximize science data return

  • Maintain spacecraft support requirements, flight view periods and scheduling constraints and guidelines

  • Coordinate the delivery of accurate DSN view periods and other mission products needed for Resource Allocation Review (RAR) analysis

  • Assisting in the preparation of and coordinating the responses to proposals and project directed meetings

  • Prepare weekly scheduling status reports

  • Deliver plots, reports and schedule sorts as required

  • Maintain project interfaces with JPL as it pertains to scheduling

  • Operate (and test as needed) internet utilities, Common Allocation and Scheduling Tool (CAST), Service Preparation Subsystem (SPS), SSS and internally developed scripts

  • Participating in process improvement activities

Key Success Factors for a DNS Scheduler:
  • Demonstrate high level of skills including teamwork, speed, organization, and performance

  • Obtain high level cognizance of spacecraft support and operational requirements.

  • Obtain high level cognizance of DSN scheduling and station resources.

  • Become proficient with scheduling tools.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • BA/BS degree in computer science, mathematics, or related field

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Background in computers and application software including UNIX.

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office or equivalent.

  • Technical writing skills, Effective interpersonal skills, Disciplined work ethic

  • Professionalism, Practical organizational skills, Team player

  • Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision

Preferred Experience & Skills:
  • 3 years of experience with network scheduling

  • Or 3 years related flight project experience

  • Experience with CAST, SPS and SSS

Basic Compensation:
  • Jobs on this contract range from $58,300 - $87,400

  • The offered rate will be based on the position, contract affordability, the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, 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.

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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Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998

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