Engineering Project Manager

Title: Engineering Project Manager at KBR, located in Houston, TX at NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC). We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers, united to improve the world responsibly and safely. On the Human Health and Performance Contract we safeguard astronaut health and advance human space exploration technologies. What You'll Do Perform project management and subtask lead responsibilities in the HHPC2 Engineering Department’s Project Management Group for the Lavatory On-Orbit (LOO) and Waste Management Consumables (WMC) project for the Human Landing System (HLS) Program. Lead major hardware/software activities for flight units, ground systems, off-site laboratory equipment, accessories, and unique testing equipment, including weekly integration of Engineering Department disciplines, Quality, Bond, and Logistics. Provide inputs to support multi-year Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE). Represent the contract to the NASA counterpart in the Crew and Thermal Systems Division. Manage technical scope oversight, budget estimating and monitoring, schedule development and maintenance, and risk development and monitoring; manage expectations and communications with contract and customer stakeholders; oversee development of documents and products for human spaceflight; organize internal engineering meetings; and participate in ISO/AS9100 Audits. What You Bring You bring experience leading a multi‑disciplinary team, interfacing with contract upper management and support organizations, and working with NASA customers and programs. You guide the team to meet deliverables while working within defined scope and proactively seek guidance from contract leadership when needed. You comply with KBR’s Safety, Health and Environmental Plan, Quality Plan, and all safety policies and procedures, and complete all assigned training. Your Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or project management. 8+ years’ experience as a project manager, project engineer, systems engineer, subtask lead, or similar in aerospace. Previous working experience with NASA or a NASA contractor. Experience in customer interfacing roles. Cost account management with reporting. Configuration management for documentation and hardware/software. Negotiations with subcontractors/vendors and procurement completion. Experience with Microsoft Project. Experience with Flight Hardware Development processes as outlined in SA-WI-014 and/or EA-WI-023. Managing spaceflight projects of varying sizes from start to finish. Organization of technical reviews for life cycle milestones. Previous experience with Human Systems Engineering such as human factors and end‑user design. Your Skills Strong interpersonal skills and professional conduct; ability to integrate quickly into and lead a small team and represent the contract with integrity. Multi‑tasking, independent work with minimal supervision, and clear communication of rationale in a fast‑paced environment. Ownership of projects from beginning to end. Excellent verbal and written communication. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail. Strong time management with intuition and judgment. Can‑do attitude and problem solving; willingness to take on additional responsibilities over time. Results‑oriented with a creative approach to problem solving. Proactive learning and motivation for additional responsibilities. What to Expect This position is expected to be in person for a minimum of 4 days per week. Occasional travel may be required. Benefits Competitive 401(k) plan with company match. Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, disability. Flexible spending account. Paid time off and flexible work schedule. Professional training and development opportunities. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr KBR, Inc