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The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and Launch Services programs.
We are looking for a Group Manager Mechanical/Fluids Analysis. We are a single-client performance unit (PU) supporting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Consolidated Operations, Management, Engineering & Test (COMET) contract. The contract is to continue providing ground and launch operations support at Kennedy Space Center (KSC), including support for the International Space Station and the Artemis Program. The contract also includes services to other NASA programs, commercial ventures, and partnerships at KSC.
Responsibilities:
Plan, lead, organize, and control allocated resources for the Mechanical/Fluids Analysis department, which is responsible for engineering design, development, analysis, and implementation of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for flight hardware and other structures at Kennedy Space Center (KSC).
Establish personnel requirements, assignments, and priorities across a multifaceted team of engineers.
Evaluate results, employee performance, and organizational success while continuously improving upon past precedence.
Make personnel-related recommendations to senior management and Human Resources.
Offer expert technical feedback, as necessary, to employees, customers, and the COMET leadership team.
Prepare resource estimates and comply with customer budgetary limitations.
Manage internal department schedules and deliverables within strict project time constraints.
Present project status and technical recommendations to COMET leadership, Chief Engineers, and high-level program boards as required.
Continuously develop more proficient department policies and procedures in order to streamline quality workflow.
Implement efficient and effective quality, safety, and housekeeping standards.
Cultivate a motivating and productive work environment that encourages high employee performance.
Provide employee counseling and development opportunities while obeying all applicable EEO/AA programs.
Perform 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
Flexible Schedule and Telework
We value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, We offer 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.
Qualifications:
B.S. degree in an applicable engineering discipline from an accredited university plus seven (7) years or more of progressive and relevant experience. Additional relevant education and certifications may be substituted for a portion of the experience.
- Demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by prior managerial, supervisory, and/or technical leadership experience.
- Excellent technical writing, communication, presentation, and customer interface skills.
- Must be well organized, flexible, and capable of effectively prioritizing several multidisciplinary projects.
- Comprehensive knowledge of applicable ASME, ASTM and other relevant industry standards is required.
- Comprehensive knowledge of finite element analysis is required.
- Thorough understanding of KSC/NASA standards is highly desired.
- Expert experience utilizing conventional finite element analysis software packages, such as NX Nastran, is highly desired.
- Experience with nonlinear analysis, random vibration analysis, thermal analysis, rigid-body dynamics, fatigue/fracture, and/or acoustic analysis is desired.
- Additional analysis software familiarity with Thermal Desktop and/or CAESAR II is desired.
- Additional analysis software familiarity with structural analysis programs such as STAAD, SAP2000, or GT STRUDL is desired.
- Capacity to understand and give technical feedback regarding complex hand calculations.
- Working knowledge of KSC ground systems, such as the Mobile Launcher, Pad structures, Crawler Transporter, Arms & Umbilicals, etc., is highly desired.
- Expert computer skills using Microsoft Office products.
- Capability to manage resources effectively within schedule and budgetary constraints.
- Ability to resolve technical conflicts between analysts and make informed decisions to keep project milestones on schedule.
- Ability to lead and provide direction to employees regarding established safety, quality, and performance protocols.
- Proven ability of fostering a motivated, and productive staff with a passion for space flight.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary.
Physical Requirements:
Will be required to climb stairs in order to access equipment for troubleshooting.
Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment.
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:
Will be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex.
Position may require daily travel to different areas on KSC property.
Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the center.
Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary.
All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards.
Hybrid telework and on-site work opportunities available.
Equipment and Machines:
Computers and printers used for producing analyses, reports, and schedules.
Variety of equipment used in testing.
Attendance:
Full-time regular work hours between Monday-Friday.
Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task.
Must be dependable and punctual.
Shift work may be required.
Partial remote working option available
Other Essential Functions:
Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal correspondence.
Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from the customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.
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.
Government security clearance may be required in the future.
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
