ILS2: Operational Support Specialist - Scheduling (Contingency Hire)

KBR, Inc; Honolulu, Northern (HI, KY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Hawaii is seeking an Operational Support Specialist for Scheduling on a contingency basis to support IMS development, maintenance, and integration across logistics and contingency operations.

The role requires coordinating with program leadership and functional teams to ensure schedules reflect milestones and objectives. The position emphasizes proficiency with MS Project/Primavera P6, strong organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment to

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and 2+ years of related scheduling or operations support experience.
• Knowledge of scheduling principles, timeline management, and schedule reporting processes.
• Experience using scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera P6) and MS Office.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, maintenance, and updating of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Coordinate with functional teams to collect and integrate schedule information across logistics, planning, sustainment, and contingency operations.
• Monitor schedule performance and track progress against objectives and timelines.
• Identify schedule dependencies, milestones, and risks impacting execution.
• Prepare schedule reports, updates, metrics, and analyses for leadership and stakeholders.
• Support transition planning by incorporating startup, execution, turnover activities into the schedule framework.
• Coordinate with program controls, financial, and operational teams to ensure schedule alignment with requirements.
• Maintain scheduling documentation and data accuracy.
• Assist in identifying conflicts, delays, and resource constraints and help develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Secret Clearance

Undergraduate degree + 2+ years

Project scheduling

MS Project/Primavera P6

Organizational/analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

multitasking in fast-paced environment

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Title: ILS2: Operational Support Specialist - Scheduling (Contingency Hire)

Program Summary KBR’s Exploration & Logistics (E&L) business unit delivers mission-critical solutions supporting global defense, federal civilian, logistics, engineering, and space exploration missions. E&L provides integrated capabilities across logistics and sustainment, mission operations, engineering services, readiness and modernization programs, scientific research support, and exploration initiatives in some of the world’s most complex and challenging environments. The business unit supports customers across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies, and commercial partners, delivering innovative solutions that enhance mission readiness, operational effectiveness, and long-term mission success.

Job Summary

The Operational Support Specialist – Scheduling provides integrated scheduling and timeline management support for ILS2 Task Order execution. This role is responsible for assisting with the development, maintenance, and control of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), ensuring program activities are accurately tracked, synchronized, and aligned with operational objectives. Working closely with program leadership and functional teams across logistics, planning, sustainment, and contingency operations, the Operational Support Specialist supports schedule integration, timeline analysis, and reporting activities. Through effective coordination and schedule management, this position helps maintain visibility into program activities, supports transition planning, and contributes to the successful execution of mission requirements. This role performs scheduling and integration functions and does not provide program-level authority, operational execution, or financial management. This position is contingent upon award of the contract.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the development, maintenance, and updating of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to reflect program activities and milestones.
• Coordinate with functional teams to collect, validate, and integrate schedule information across logistics, planning, sustainment, and contingency operations.
• Monitor schedule performance and track progress against program objectives and established timelines.
• Identify schedule dependencies, critical milestones, and potential risks impacting program execution.
• Prepare schedule reports, updates, metrics, and analyses for program leadership and stakeholders.
• Support transition planning efforts by incorporating startup, execution, and turnover activities into the overall schedule framework.
• Coordinate with program controls, financial, and operational teams to ensure schedule alignment with program requirements and performance objectives.
• Maintain scheduling documentation and ensure schedule data accuracy, consistency, and accessibility.
• Assist in identifying schedule conflicts, delays, and resource constraints and support the development of mitigation strategies.

Basic Qualifications

• Secret Clearance
• Skills required for this job are typically acquired through the completion of an undergraduate degree and 2+ years of experience, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience supporting project scheduling, program coordination, operations support, or related functions.
• Knowledge of project scheduling principles, timeline management, and schedule reporting processes.
• Experience using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling tools.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, logistics, sustainment, contingency, or operational support programs.
• Knowledge of Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and schedule management best practices.
• Experience supporting transition, mobilization, startup, or turnover activities.
• Familiarity with project controls, performance tracking, and schedule risk analysis.
• Experience coordinating schedule data across multiple teams, projects, or operational workstreams.
• Professional certifications related to scheduling, project management, or program management.

For Hawaii Applicants:

The expected salary range for this position in Hawaii is $79,000 - $118,500. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, work location, and other job-related factors. This range is provided in accordance with Hawaii pay transparency requirements and applies to candidates working in Hawaii.

KBR Benefits

• 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 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 — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

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.