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Amentum Senior Project Manager in Houston, Texas

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to join our team with the Engineering Division.

If selected, you will:

  • Lead large and/or advanced flight hardware projects for the JETS II contract.

  • Lead of a team of engineers to develop mechanical or electrical hardware for space flight.

  • Develop conceptual designs, conduct trade studies, and assess and develop key project requirements.

  • Develop integrated schedules and cost estimates as part of a project plan.

  • Manage risk throughout the life of the project, including cost, schedule and technical risks.

  • Ensure and document compliance with space flight hardware requirements and processes.

  • Effectively communicate project status to both JETS management and the NASA customer.

  • Coach and mentor early-career members of the project team.

  • Perform other duties as required.

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

  • Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and normally possess 5-10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.

  • Requires demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by prior leadership experience involving either NASA flight hardware development or NASA flight hardware sustaining engineering.

  • Experience in management of technical, cost, and schedule elements of projects and tasks.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, a team-oriented approach, strong problem-solving capability, and mentoring skills.

  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Requisition Preferences:

  • Prior experience with Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) hardware development.

  • Prior experience with JSC processes for engineering project management.

Why Join Our Team?

Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

  • Excellent personal and professional career growth

  • 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

  • Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

  • Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .

  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

  • Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

US EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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