Project Manager

Amentum; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 99.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

9/80 schedule

Onsite cafeteria

Career growth

Many more benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Amentum is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead multiple projects within NASA-related programs, coordinating across departments and external partners. The role emphasizes detailed scheduling, risk management, and financial forecasting while maintaining strong stakeholder communication.

Ideal candidates will have a BS in Engineering, 5–10 years of PM experience, and proficiency with PM software. The position offers a 9/80 schedule, onsite facilities, and comprehensive benefits at

Formación

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and 5–10 years of related experience.
• License and certification may be required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Excellent oral and written communication with customers and management at all levels.

Responsabilidades

• Manages multiple projects funded from different programs.
• Prepares resource estimates, loading, and phasing labor plans.
• Creates and maintains detailed master schedules and tracks milestones.
• Prepares and presents monthly Technical, Cost, Schedule, and Risk reviews.
• Tracks procurements to minimize variances and ensures requirements are met.

Conocimientos

Communication

Self-directed

Team leadership

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Smartsheet

Jira

MS Project

Descripción del empleo

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 NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

Project Manager

will:

• Manages multiple projects funded from different programs.
• Manages fluctuating priorities in different departments.
• Prepares resource estimates, loading, and phasing labor plans.
• Creates and maintains detailed master schedules and tracks milestone progress and completion.
• Assimilates timelines with knowledge of internal and external dependencies.
• Serves as a focal point for stakeholder communication.
• Tracks procurements with the goal of minimizing variances.
• Prepares summary dashboards for program customers.
• Identifies, analyzes, mitigates, and documents project risks.
• Engages in program meetings.
• Prepares and presents monthly Technical, Cost, Schedule, and Risk (TCSR) reviews.
• Prepares Project Management Plan, Configuration Management Plan, and formal proposals.
• Tracks and monitors service providers (i.e. software, IT infrastructure) to ensure requirements are met.
• Prepares financial estimates such as: cost of new projects, monthly projections.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requisition Qualifications

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's 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 bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5- 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.
• BS degree in Science or Engineering from an accredited school and at least five (5) years of project management experience.
• This role requires a self-directed, proactive individual with prior experience leading with minimal oversight.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously and track tasks and issues to completion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and will be expected to effectively interact with customers and management at all levels.
• Prior experience with Government and internal company financial reporting, including budgeting, forecasting and cost estimating.
• Prior experience managing and leading a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules.
• Soft-skills to manage a variety of personnel with different personalities and strengths.

Requisition Preferences

• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures.
• Knowledge of spacecraft systems.
• Previous experience with NASA Project Management processes under NPR 7120.5 or EA-023.
• Previous experience with project scheduling.
• Familiarity with Smartsheet, Jira, MS Project, or other PM software.

Compensation

• Salary starts at $98,500. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also ave:

• 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 www.wehavespaceforyou.com

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

Original Posting

10/22/2026 - 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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