Project Coordinator

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This position is a remote opportunity.

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.

KBR is seeking a Project Coordinator to support our NASA AMES Research Center ARTS Program for KBR’s Science and Space division.  The purpose of ARTS Program is to provide mission critical support for researchers with high-fidelity environments to conduct simulated flight and Air Traffic Management (ATM) research and advance the state-of-the-art simulation technology.  One specific project, the NASA AMES’ Air Traffic Management-eXploration (ATM-X), supports the modernization of today’s air transportation system through a diverse portfolio of core capabilities, which include remotely supervised missions up through high-altitude operations.

The ATM-X project is a holistic approach to advancing a digital aviation ecosystem through research, development and testing. To accommodate the growing complexity and scale of new operations in Advanced Air Mobility, ATM-X leverages technologies that contribute to transforming the national airspace, improving airspace access, and making operations safer and more efficient for all users.

As the lead project coordinator for ATMx, the role requires strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills. In addition to working closely and collaboratively with the project management team, this individual should be able to lead a team of other coordinators and ensure that the project’s calendars and goals are managed as needed.

The work will be performed at the NASA AMES Research Center facility in Mountain View, California.

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for: 

• Coordinating with PMO to ensure that strategic partnerships are formed to further ATMx aerospace research for both applied and fundamental research

• Maintaining familiarity with the ATMx project portfolio, goals, and schedule

• Liaising with managers and clients to ensure needs are met to support project goals and objectives

• Coordinating internal and external partners to schedule meetings and follow up actions as needed

• Analyzing project processes and adapting them as needed to achieve optimal processes

• Achieving organizational goals while adhering to standards and best practices

• Ensuring that all aspects of a project coordination are organized and in conformance with timeline and deliverables requirement

• Assigning and monitoring schedules effectively to boost project efficiency

• Serving as point of communication between company teams and external resources

• Supporting strategic partnerships with outside resources, including third-party vendors and researchers

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Education: HS degree or higher

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in project coordination and administration

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience supporting a NASA contract

• Strong verbal & written communication, organizational, and collaboration skills

• Strong time management skills, ability to multi-task, and detail-oriented

• Proficient in Adobe and Microsoft office suite

• Ability to write notes and actions in a clear and concise manner

• Proficient in Confluence

Basic Compensation:

$21.35/hr - $31.98/hr

The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or 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.

KBR BENEFITS

KBR offers a wide range of benefits for their employees; we offer medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, retirement 401k, travel benefits, PTO, holidays, flexible work schedules, parental leave, military leave, education assistance, and the list goes on and on! We also support career advancement through professional training and development.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

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.