Amentum
SectionManagerforFacilityandTestManagement
“Section Manager for Facility and Test Management at Amentum. Skills: Facility and Test Management, Project Management, Team Supervision. Manage the Facility and Test Management Section. Supervise a high-performing technical team”
What You'll Achieve.
achieving Key Performance Metrics (KPIs); measure the effectiveness of project delivery; team performance; task order outcome; mitigate risks; meeting or exceeding customer expectations; expedite test cycles; reduce operational costs
Industry & Context.
Identify bottlenecks in testing workflows; implement process engineering solutions; resolve issues
full-time, on-site commitment at the Johnson Space Center (JSC), Proof of U. S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement, Must be able to complete a U. S. government background investigation, Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods, May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs, Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5-10 years of related experience, 5–10 years of project management experience, at least 5 years supervising large technical teams and complex facility operations, High-level ability to develop estimates, manage risk registers, and present technical performance data to client and leadership, Ability to manage multiple high-priority technical projects simultaneously, Expertise in stakeholder management, Comprehensive knowledge of HSE standards and pressure system safety regulations within a laboratory or facility setting, Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), full-time, on-site commitment at the Johnson Space Center (JSC)
Nice to Have
MS preferred, 9–13 years of direct engineering experience in high-stakes technical environments, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Prior experience with JSC organizational structures, EA test facilities, and NASA work order systems, Direct experience with Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) testing, environmental stress screening, and human-in-the-loop test protocols, Proficiency in Microsoft Project and integrated scheduling tools, Experience managing technical staff within a Union/Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) framework, Knowledgeable in the management of facilities, including the use of JSC's reporting and work order systems, Familiarity with the physical and medical standards of JSC's clinic, particularly regarding the certification process for the workforce
What You'll Do.
Manage the Facility and Test Management Section
Supervise a high-performing technical team
Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of facility upgrades
execution and delivery of multiple concurrent projects
Manage multi-million-dollar budgets and resource forecasts
Establish and enforce project management standards
Maintain the technical availability of numerous space simulation test facilities
Drive technical innovation and continuous improvement
Perform as the primary technical point of contact for NASA EC4 Branch clients
Responsible for employee safety in the operational areas
Participate actively in the leadership team
Handle personnel management tasks
Communicate effectively with fellow managers
Offer employee counseling
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
cross-functional coordination; vendor/stakeholder management; Work with product team; Communicate effectively with fellow managers and project managers; Participate actively in the leadership team
Communication Scope
present technical performance data to client and leadership; translate complex technical milestones into clear, actionable project briefings; Communicate effectively with fellow managers and project managers
Process & Methodology
project management, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), managing cost, schedule, and technical scope, project management standards, tools, methodologies, best practices, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
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