Project Manager
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
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 NASAs pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASAs largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for aProject Managerto join the JETSII Contract.
The Project Manager will:
- Build and lead a capable collaborative team to deliver high-quality aerospace hardware and systems through development manufacturing testing certification and sustaining engineering.
- Partner with stakeholders to develop and refine systems engineering and integration processes tools and best practices.
- Mentor project management and technical staff to enhance decision-making critical thinking and overall team performance.
- Direct and hold accountable supporting organizations in requirements development design manufacturing testing and certification activities.
- Plan and oversee hardware troubleshooting to address issues in flight hardware development or qualification units or test support equipment.
- Review and assess the adequacy of engineering work products ensuring results meet program objectives.
- Identify communicate and manage project risks and opportunities.
- Develop and present Technical Cost Schedule and Risk status to program leadership and review boards.
- Maintain a healthy and productive project environment fostering collaboration and accountability.
Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple on the candidates 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 bachelors degree in Engineering and normally possess 5- 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.
- Depending on the candidates 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 bachelors degree in Engineering and may be expected to have a related masters degree and normally possess 10-15 years of related experience.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Science or a related technical discipline (Masters degree preferred).
- Typically 1015 years of related aerospace industry experience.
- Proven ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines including engineering program management and systems integration.
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of motivating teams achieving customer satisfaction and driving cooperation across organizations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organize prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Experience in hardware development testing analysis and certification.
- Skilled in cost and schedule estimation and management.
- Proficient in risk assessment mitigation planning and implementation.
Requisition Preferences:
- Familiarity with aerospace program life-cycle processes and standards
- Experience in mission planning analysis and operational integration.
- Background in government or industry aerospace programs including interface with customer program offices.
- Knowledge of systems engineering integration and verification practices.
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
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
- Must be able tocomplete 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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Compensation Details:
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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health dental and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA) or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
06/02/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race sex sexual orientation pregnancy (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) age ancestry United States military or veteran status color religion creed marital or domestic partner status medical condition genetic information national origin citizenship status low-income status or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation or any other protected category under federal state or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.
Required Experience:
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