Section Manager, Life Support and Systems Projects - Military Veterans

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 Section Manager, Life Support and Systems Projects to join our team with the Engineering Division.

** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **

The Section Manager will:

• Report directly to the Project Development Group Manager. The position is responsible for the direct management of approximately 40 people managing projects within the Life Support &Systems and Office and the Crew and Thermal Systems Division
• Ensure employees in functional areas follow established procedures and generate finished work products under time and budgetary constraints and ensures products yield the expected outcome and established quality levels. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Coordinate the creation and revision of task orders
• Ensure projects are adequately staffed across multiple sections and departments
• Perform routine project reviews for cost, schedule, risk management, and deliverable adherence
• Maintain active risk management (technical, cost, and schedule) on all projects and work functions
• Communicate project status to senior management
• Approve time cards and travel
• Document and perform personnel performance reviews
• Coordinate issues across multiple JETS organizations which could include source limitations, technical challenges, process breakdowns, etc.
• Establish a framework and oversight for technical correctness on all work performed by section
• Provide rough orders of magnitude (ROM's) and basis of estimates (BOE's) for project and tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned

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 may be expected to have a related master's degree and normally possess 10-15 years of related experience.
• Prior experience leading a group of employees in a personnel management role, as opposed to a technical management role
• Prior experience working with JSC, either in a technical or personnel management role.
• Familiarity with JETS enterprise-level management processes and reporting tools
• Ability to work autonomously when required
• Self-motivated, team player with adaptability to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

Requisition Preferences:

• BS degree in a STEM field from an accredited engineering school

Why Join Our Team?

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.