Program Scheduler

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Program Scheduler to support a Government customer program office in coordinating scheduling activities for multiple space programs. The role is based in Chantilly, VA, and requires TS/SCI with polygraph and a strong background in scheduling using MS Project and Excel.

Responsibilities include developing and integrating IMS schedules, attending IPT meetings, and producing management reports for program milestones and projections.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 10 years of experience; Master’s degree desired.
• Scheduling and advanced MS Project experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), integrate multiple IMSs, perform schedule risks analysis, build projections of schedule outcomes, and develop reports or presentations.
• Provide schedule-related support to assigned Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) by attending recurring program meetings.
• Provide reports to key program stakeholders on IMS health and construction, contractor schedule performance metrics, and projections of schedule outcomes.
• Support Program Management Reviews (PMRs), design reviews, Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs), and Business Management Reviews (BMRs).
• Communicate all findings to management through briefings, written reports, and verbal communication.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to integrate disparate activities and milestones into schedule models.
• Employ integration, communication, coordination, organizational, and planning expertise to technical and acquisition efforts across several functional disciplines.
• Perform a range of program management activities, such as: gathering program information; conducting analyses; developing program strategies; milestone planning, tracking, and scheduling; establishing and maintaining schedule model databases.
• Review contractor IMS Schedules, evaluate against common practice, which may include DCMA 14‑point schedule assessment.
• Develop cartoons or Tier 1 schedules for Executive briefings.

Skills

Scheduling

MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Title: Program Scheduler KBR is seeking a Program Scheduler SETA.

The successful candidate will assist and support the Government customer Program Office in coordination of scheduling activities for multiple space programs.

Candidate will work in person in Chantilly, VA.

Role and Responsibilities

• Develop and review Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), integrate multiple IMSs, perform schedule risks analysis, build projections of schedule outcomes, and develop reports or presentations.
• Provide schedule-related support to assigned Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) by attending recurring program meetings.
• Provide reports to key program stakeholders on IMS health and construction, contractor schedule performance metrics, and projections of schedule outcomes.
• Support Program Management Reviews (PMRs), design reviews, Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs), and Business Management Reviews (BMRs).
• Communicate all findings to management through briefings, written reports, and verbal communication.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to integrate disparate activities and milestones into schedule models.
• Employ integration, communication, coordination, organizational, and planning expertise to technical and acquisition efforts across several functional disciplines.
• Perform a range of program management activities, such as: gathering program information; conducting analyses; developing program strategies; milestone planning, tracking, and scheduling; establishing and maintaining schedule model databases.
• Review contractor IMS Schedules, evaluate against common practice, which may include DCMA 14‑point schedule assessment.
• Develop cartoons or Tier 1 schedules for Executive briefings.

Required Qualifications

• Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree with at least 10 years of experience. Master’s degree desired. Combinations of education and experience are acceptable.
• Skills: Scheduling and advanced MS Project experience required.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience: Recent experience in system program offices is desired.
• Skills: Advanced MS Project and Excel experience is desired.

Company Culture

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’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.

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.