Entry Level Flight Controller Supporting NASA at Johnson Space Center
Title: Entry Level Flight Controller Supporting NASA at Johnson Space Center
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The KBR Integrated Mission Operations Contract provides mission planning, Astronaut and Flight Controller training, and real-time execution for human space flight missions. We are seeking the leaders who will help us make history in space for the benefit of all mankind.
This position provides flight control and training support to the ISS, Orion, Space Launch System (SLS), Commercial Crew Program, Gateway, and Human Lander System (HLS) at the NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, Texas for:
- Spacecraft control
- Trajectory planning, Design and Analysis
- Onboard systems operations
- Mission timeline development
- Robotic operations
- Extra vehicular activity planning and execution
- Orbital Debris monitoring and collision avoidance analysis
- In-flight maintenance and crew systems support
- Command and data handling/Spacecraft Communications and Telemetry
- Environmental control and life support, electrical power generation and distribution, and thermal control
- Systems integration
- Remote IT system administration and network management
Responsibilities:
- Duties will require successfully completing a training and skill certification process. Typically, the candidate will first train and become certified for a Mission Control Center console position.
- Specific duties include maintaining a safe environment for astronauts onboard ISS, monitoring real-time status and performance of ISS systems, controlling ISS system operations from mission control, and reporting status and anomalies to mission managers.
- Certain positions require the candidate to support or lead technical analyses relating to spacecraft systems or trajectory operations.
- Candidates will have an opportunity to achieve additional certifications to support Exploration efforts such as Artemis missions to the Moon.
- Entry level certified flight controllers may work evenings and weekend shifts during noncomplex operations.
Qualifications:
- This is an entry-level position. Preferred position related experience 0-2 years (for Trajectory Operations position assignment, a minimum of 2 years position related experience is preferred).
- This position requires successful completion of a government background check before commencement of employment.
- Bachelor of Science Degree or anticipate graduation within the next 6 months in Engineering (ABET), Physics, or Mathematics.
- Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, leadership, teamwork, technical, and administrative skills are mandatory.
- Candidate must demonstrate the ability to progress through flight controller and instructor certifications.
- Shift work (nights, weekends, and holidays) is required.
- Candidate must be a US Citizen and be able to apply for and successfully receive and maintain security clearance per eligibility requirements.
Due to the job responsibilities, this position is on-site at JSC with some telework flexibility.
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.
Inclusion and Diversity at KBR: At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams.
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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