DSN Scheduler Fully Remote
El Segundo, CA - USA
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THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON AWARD OF CONTRACT
POSITION IS FULLY REMOTE
KBR is seeking a Project Scheduler to perform overall schedulingof communications contacts withoperationalspacecraftmissionsthrough NASAs Deep Space Network (DSN) antennas.
The DSN Project Scheduler willinterface ontheprojectsbehalf with allDSN 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 inSSSforinitialschedule generation
Perform conflict resolution negotiation activities with all DSN users to maximizescience data return
Maintain spacecraft support requirements flight view periods and scheduling constraints and guidelines
Coordinate the delivery ofaccurateDSN view periods and other mission products needed forResource Allocation Review (RAR) analysis
Assistingin the preparation of and coordinating the responses to proposalsand project directed meetings
Prepare weekly scheduling status reports
Deliver plots reports and schedule sorts as
Maintain project interfaces withJPLas it pertains to scheduling
Operate (and test as needed) internet utilitiesCommon Allocation and Scheduling Tool (CAST) Service Preparation Subsystem (SPS) SSS and internally developed scripts
Participatingin process improvement activities
Key Success Factors for a DNS Scheduler:
Demonstratehigh levelof 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 includingUNIX.
Proficient with Microsoft Office or equivalent.
Technical writing skills Effective interpersonal skillsDisciplinedwork ethic
Professionalism Practical organizational skillsTeam player
Self-motivated able to work with minimalsupervision
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$58300 - $87400
The offered rate will be based on the position contract affordability the selected candidates 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.Additionalcompensation may be in the form of sign on bonusrelocationbenefits 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 teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
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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 teams 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.