Fire Chief & Site Manager — Space Center Operations

Vision Quest Solutions Inc; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision Quest Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Chief / Site Manager to support NASA Fire Services at Kennedy Space Center. This full-time, onsite role leads emergency response, safety, EMS, and technical rescue operations while ensuring compliance with NASA requirements.

You will oversee staff and subcontractors, coordinate with NASA leadership, and be available 24/7 for site leadership. A bachelor’s degree in Fire Science and multiple certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief managing at least 20 personnel.
• Firefighter II certification.
• Fire Officer IV certification.
• Fire Inspector I certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day fire department operations at Kennedy Space Center.
• Serve as the facility Fire Chief and onsite Site Manager.
• Manage assigned fire services personnel and subcontractors.
• Maintain operational readiness and required staffing.
• Oversee firefighting, emergency response, EMS, fire prevention, training, hazardous materials, and technical rescue activities.
• Coordinate with NASA leadership and program management.
• Participate in required meetings, reviews, and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Fire Department Management

Emergency Response

Training & Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science

Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief leadership experience

Tools

Firefighter II certification

Fire Officer IV certification

Fire Inspector I

Job description

Vision Quest Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Chief / Site Manager to support NASA Fire Services at Kennedy Space Center. This full-time, onsite role leads emergency response, safety, EMS, and technical rescue operations while ensuring compliance with NASA requirements.

You will oversee staff and subcontractors, coordinate with NASA leadership, and be available 24/7 for site leadership. A bachelor’s degree in Fire Science and multiple certifications are required.