Engineering Specialist

Amentum; Center Hill (FL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amentum at Kennedy Space Center is seeking a senior technical leader to develop and oversee manufacturing procedures for complex hardware, ensure safe and timely execution, and coordinate with engineering, logistics and quality teams. Strong emphasis on procedure development, shop leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires extensive experience in manufacturing processes, drawing interpretation, and the use of Solumina/Maximo tools, with on-site responsibilities at KSC and

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution; at least 15 years of related experience.
• Must have a valid US driver's license.
• Knowledge of vacuum systems and thermal testing is preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with KSC and manufacturing industry standards is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Write technical operating procedures to build, process or repair hardware.
• Coordinate approvals for technical operating procedures with Design Engineering, Logistics, Quality engineering and Configuration Management.
• Use Solumina and Maximo manufacturing software systems to create work planning.
• Maintain preventative maintenance procedures for the shops.
• Demonstrate advanced communication and interpersonal skills.
• Provide day-to-day technical leadership of manufacturing responsibilities with a team of technicians.
• Interface with technicians, engineers and project managers to provide technical assistance during fabrication and execution.
• Lead pre-task briefings and ensure PPE and safety requirements are included in work instructions.

Skills

Technical leadership

Manufacturing processes

Procedures writing

Cross-functional coordination

Education

BS in Engineering or technical equivalent

Tools

Solumina

Maximo

Job description

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) 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.

NASA Spacecraft Services Depot (NSSD), that supports 155 processing activities of flight hardware and ground support equipment. The NSSD capability includes repair and manufacturing of flight and GSE cables; GSE repair and testing; fabrication support for exploration, research and technology projects; support to the 155 Prime Contractor with special tooling fabrication and special test equipment as required in support of Orbital Replacement Unit (ORU) repair or testing; and support to other program or Spaceport customers as required.

Position responsibilities include:

• Write technical operating procedures to build, process or repair hardware.
• Coordinate approvals for technical operating procedures with Design Engineering, Logistics, Quality engineering and Configuration Management as required by.
• Use Solumina and Maximo manufacturing software systems to create work planning.
• Maintain preventative maintenance procedures for the shops.
• Demonstrate advanced communication and interpersonal skills.
• Provide day-to-day technical leadership of manufacturing responsibilities through collaboration with a team of technicians, shop management, support organizations and design engineering to ensure timely execution of planned and scheduled work to meet program critical milestones in a safe manner.
• Interface, coordinate and communicate effectively with technicians, engineers, flow/project managers, work control and management to provide technical assistance during the manufacturing processes.
• Actively participate in scheduling meetings to understand work priorities, resolve technical issues, and provide as a technical liaison with other entities required during fabrication and execution.
• Provide quick identification, resolution, and communication regarding any challenges to scheduled work.
• Lead and participate in pre-task briefings as required for assigned jobs or projects.
• Include instructions in technical operating procedures to ensure safe execution of work, including but not limited to ensuring required PPE is provided and utilized through work instructions and job leadership as required.
• Collaborate with other internal and external Shop Managers, Engineers, Work Management, Project Managers, and other support organization.
• Supports managers in the performance of functional analysis and critical thinking to identify areas for improvement, recommends corrective actions, potential training, and IT improvements.
• Assist managers in the translation of directorate goals and objectives into innovative operational and tactical execution techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution; at least 15 years of related experience.
• Must have a valid US driver's license

Knowledge of vacuum systems.

Experience with thermal testing.

Experience with thermal vacuum testing is a plus.

Knowledge of systems with PID and/or PLC controllers

Must have a general knowledge of electrical and mechanical engineering

Must be able to read mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) is desirable

Experience with KSC and manufacturing industry standards is highly preferred

Must be able to develop work instructions, to direct rework or manufacture in accordance with engineer drawings/schematics/specifications.

Physical Requirements

• May be required to climb stairs to access equipment for trouble shooting.
• 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

• Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility.
• Climbing ladders and platforms may 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 testing.

Attendance

• Full-time work hours.
• Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Shift work may be required.

Other Essential Functions

• Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
• Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from 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.

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

At Amentum, 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.

Compensation Details

Salary starts at $120,000. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

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

• 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-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

10/29/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum 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.

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