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Jacobs Deputy Section & Task Order Manager, Software Engineering and DevOps in Houston, Texas
Your Impact:
Challenging Today. Reinventing Tomorrow.
We're invested in you and your success. Everything we do is more than just a project. It's our challenge as human beings, too. That's why we bring a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our partnerships.
At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine how to solve the world's greatest challenges, transforming big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.
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. Jacobs is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Section & Task Order Manager, Software Engineering and DevOps to join the team with JETS II Teammate Company, McLaurin Aerospace
The Deputy Section & Task Order Manager, Software Engineering and DevOps will:
Report to the JETS Software Engineering Section Manager. The position is responsible for the management of approximately 40 Employees across the Software Engineering,Avionics Network Engineering, Cybersecurity and DevOps disciplines
Maintain a positive, constructive, professional relationship with the NASA customers and other NASA support contractors
Interface with NASA Software Engineering Leads & Software Engineering oversight teams
Demonstrate excellent communication, collaboration, and coordination skills
Perform duties as the Software Engineering Deputy Section Manager:
Ensure employees in functional areas follow established procedures and generate finished work productsunder time and budgetary constraints
Assist in approving timecards on a weekly basis
Assist and reviewing and approving travel requests
Assist with personnel performance reviews
Assist with resolution of employee performance issues
Ensure proper team reporting on tasking
Assist with recruiting activities
Ensure personnel are recognized for accomplishments
Perform duties as the Software Engineering Deputy Task Order Manager
Assist with the management (creation, coordination and revision) of scope, cost, schedule and risk for government contract task orders
Develop, manage and monitor cost plans, estimates and actuals
Ensure proper team reporting on tasking
Conduct routine customer 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 JETS management
Work in a fast-paced, Agile environment Promote a culture of caring and safety
Demonstrate a Servant/Leader approach to management
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Perform other duties as assigned or as required
Here’s what you’ll need :
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 bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area and normally possess 10 years of experience in the field or in a related area
Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude with a history of effectively interacting with senior managers at all levels
Previous project management experience required
Experience leading a development project across the full development life cycle
Must be able to perform employee management duties including recruiting, developing, and terminating personnel
Experience fostering a collaborative team environment
Proficiency with team collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Webex, Skype, SharePoint,Jira
Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
Ability to prepare written documents/presentations and to verbally present at various meetings
Must have strong time management and organizational skills
Demonstrates leadership ability to oversee a team of professionals working on multiple small and large projects concurrently
Self-starter who can understand and absorb new concepts quickly
Must be local to the JSC area and willing to work offsite at Jacobs building and onsite at Johnson Space Center on a regular basis
Requisition Preferences:
Experience leading a software development project across the full development life cycle
Experience in Safety Critical Human-Rated Software Development
Minimum of 5 years’ experience with NASA/JSC
Prefer 10 years of experience with NASA/JSC flight software processes
Prior experience with government contract task order management
Prior experience in developing schedules, budgets, and project plans
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!
See What We Do (https://app.frame.io/presentations/225c1d41-60d8-58cc-bf8c-fd204fb246d9)
Jacobs Aerospace Solutions Overview
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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.
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