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Jacobs Spaceflight Processing Manager- Group Manager in Kennedy Space Center, Florida

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Jacobs Technology provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, including flight hardware processing and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station (ISS), Exploration Ground Systems (EGS), Space Launch System (SLS), Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and Launch Services Program (LSP). Provides leadership for multiple departments of the COMET Space Flight Processing Directorate (Flight Systems and Ground Support Equip interfacing with flight hardware) supporting NASA's SLS/Orion, ISS, and LSP.

Supports the Spaceflight Processing Engineering Directorate. Provides technical leadership for EGS, ISS and LSP systems and programs. Three First Line Manager Positions available for ECLSS Engineering, Ground Electrical Engineering and Handling Mechanical & Structures Engineering (HMSE).

Duties include:

  • · Requires demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by prior managerial / supervisory and/or technical leadership experience.

· Excellent communication, presentation and customer interface skills required.

· Ability to manage resources effectively within budgetary and time constraints.

· Manages the overall working units' area of responsibility; develops and implements plans; determines personnel requirements and assigns; evaluates results, provides employee counseling, and complies with EEO/AA programs. Makes personnel-related recommendations.

· Working knowledge of engineering tools such as, but not limited to, Solumina, Maximo, Cradle, Primavera, is required.

ECLSS Engineering

· Working knowledge of GFAST and the SLS/Orion flight systems is highly desirable.

· Working knowledge of Fluids systems supported within ISS and LSP programs is highly desirable.

Ground Electrical Engineering

· Working knowledge of electrical control systems is a plus.

· Working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers, Human Machine Interfaces and Panel-View displays is a plus.

Handling Mechanical Structures Engineering

· Working knowledge of Mechanical systems and structures support is highly desirable.

· Working knowledge of Transportation and Lifting Handling operations is highly desirable.

· Interprets, adapts, and recommends policies and procedures; develops, coordinates, and implements policies and procedures for areas of responsibility.

· Computer experience with Microsoft Office products, Internet browsers, and Outlook.

· Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required.

· Implements quality, safety, and housekeeping standards.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Access to Kennedy Space Center amenities:

While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as:

  • Child Development Center

  • Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks

  • Credit Union

  • Fitness Center

  • Barbershop

  • NASA Exchanges

Flex schedule and Telework:

At Jacobs, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, Jacobs offers partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department’s demands and needs.

Here’s what you’ll need :

Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (BS) in related management area; at least 7 (SEVEN) years related experience including at least three years of successfully managing people.

Additional education may be substituted for a portion of the required experience.

Requires demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by prior managerial/supervisory and/or technical leadership experience.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and customer interface skills required;

  • Working knowledge of engineering tools such as, but not limited to, Solumina, Maximo, and Primavera, is highly desirable;

  • Working knowledge of SLS/Orion systems and/or ISS processing is highly desirable;

  • Interprets, adapts, and recommends policies and procedures; develops, coordinates, and implements policies and procedures for areas of responsibility;

  • Computer experience with Microsoft Office products, Internet browsers, and Outlook;

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required.

Physical Requirements

  • Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.

  • Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to

remote structures.

  • Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in

the event of an emergency.

Work Environment

  • Work will mainly be done inside, but fieldwork can be a combination of outside and inside

depending on the project.

  • Working at heights and in confined spaces may be required.

  • Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to

access various locations on the facility.

  • Climbing ladders and platforms will be necessary.

  • All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.

Equipment and Machines

  • Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules.

  • Variety of equipment used in performing research.

Attendance

  • Full-time regular work hours between Monday-Friday.

  • Position will require occasional overtime; including in-week, weekend and holiday work

depending on task with limited remote/offsite work.

  • Must be dependable and punctual.

- This is a 1st Shift position but may require occasions of 2nd and 3rd shift support.

Other Essential Functions

  • Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.

  • Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/

hazard to the employee or others.

  • Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the

appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of

illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required.

  • Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that

fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

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