Remote DSN Scheduler for Spacecraft Missions

KBR; Alaska; Remote; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Project Scheduler to manage scheduling for DSN-enabled spacecraft missions. This fully remote position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency and will interface with DSN Predicts, SSS Admins, and SPO Office.

Responsibilities include generating requirements with R&RCL, resolving conflicts to maximize science data return, and maintaining view periods and scheduling constraints. The role is contingent upon contract award and involves collaboration with JPL.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Generate requirements using Request/Requirement & Control Language (R&RCL) and events in SSS for initial schedule generation.
• Perform conflict resolution negotiations with DSN users to maximize science data return.
• Maintain spacecraft support requirements, flight view periods and scheduling constraints and guidelines.
• Coordinate delivery of accurate DSN view periods and other mission products for RAR analysis.
• Assist in preparation of responses to proposals and project meetings.
• Prepare weekly scheduling status reports.
• Deliver plots, reports and schedule sorts as required.
• Maintain project interfaces with JPL relating to scheduling.
• Operate and test internet utilities, CAST, SPS, SSS and scripts.
• Participate in process improvement activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Discipline

Education

BA/BS degree in computer science or mathematics

Tools

CAST

SPS

SSS

UNIX

Microsoft Office

Job description

KBR is seeking a Project Scheduler to manage scheduling for DSN-enabled spacecraft missions. This fully remote position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency and will interface with DSN Predicts, SSS Admins, and SPO Office.

Responsibilities include generating requirements with R&RCL, resolving conflicts to maximize science data return, and maintaining view periods and scheduling constraints. The role is contingent upon contract award and involves collaboration with JPL.