DSN Scheduler -Fully Remote

Location Houston, Texas Category Operations Support Group Job Type Full time Job Id R2125687 Posted Date 10/08/2026


Title:

DSN Scheduler -Fully Remote

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.



Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.



Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.



Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.


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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