Test Director

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. Amentum is NASAs largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for aTest Directorto join our team with the Operations & Test Division.

As a Test Director you will:

• Perform all associated duties as a test director as allowed by certification for a myriad of testing supporting the Crew and Thermal Systems Division at JSC.

• Direct coordinate and exercise functional authority for planning organizing control integration and completion of tests to satisfy NASA system requirements.

• Perform all functional duties of a test director to include requirements definition test planning and development scheduling & coordination with internal & external support agencies cost estimation risk assessment & mitigation test buildup design & approval directing test execution and summary reporting.

• Develop test documentation to include plans detailed test procedures hazard analyses emergency procedures area notifications schedules test manning & certification documents and closeout summary reports.

• Develop and brief presentations regarding test readiness to the Test Readiness Review Board.

• Maintain credibility and good customer rapport as required to perform successfully as a test director.

• Adhere to appropriate safety quality and environmental practice as well as business ethics practices.

• Serve as project manager for major test buildups to include schedule integration and budget tracking.

• Develop recovery plans and corrective actions to overcome challenges.

• Overcome off-nominal conditions and adverse situations while maintaining tests and projects on schedule and budget.

• Work shifts outside of normal business hours and on weekends as required to support long-duration tests.

• Perform other duties as required.

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. 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 bachelors degree in Engineering with experience in the field or in a related area.

• Must have proven experience exemplifying strong leadership qualities and exceptional oral and written communication skills.

• Must demonstrate the ability and desire to take charge of situations under adverse conditions.

Requisition Preferences:

• Degree in Electrical Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.

• Experience in thermal-vacuum testing or other environmental testing is ideal.

• A background in testing and/or in working in a stressful high visibility work environment is desirable.

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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