Project Manager

Amentum; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

PTO and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Project Manager to join the Barrios team supporting NASA Artemis and ISS/Orion programs in Houston, TX. Lead cross-functional teams across design, manufacturing, testing and certification of flight hardware for government-furnished equipment and deep-space projects.

The role emphasizes risk management, schedule control, and strong customer relations, with opportunities to mentor engineers and drive high-performing teams on complex spaceflight initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; 5–10 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of space flight hardware development and certification processes.
• Must organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and work unsupervised.
• Experience with cost and schedule estimating and management.
• Ability to plan and execute hardware troubleshooting on flight hardware and test articles.

Responsibilities

• Build a capable, cooperative and supportive project team for development, manufacturing, testing, certification and sustainment of major government furnished equipment.
• Direct matrix organizations in requirements development, design, manufacturing, testing and certification of flight hardware.
• Mentor engineers in critical thinking, decision making and PM effectiveness.
• Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical designs within flight hardware or testing articles.
• Apply PM processes to development, sustainment or operation of flight hardware or systems.
• Define and mitigate project risks; establish a healthy project environment.
• Coordinate and support flight hardware and software product development through design, procurement, fabrication, test, data analysis, certification and flight delivery.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Requirements development

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

TPS

DTP

DR

Job description

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for aProject Manager to join the team with Barrios, a teammate company.

TheProject Manager will:

• Build a capable, cooperative and supportive team for the development, manufacturing, testing, certification, and sustaining engineering of major Government Furnished Equipment end items and of deep space Artemis engineering projects

• Direct and hold accountable matrix organizations in the requirements development, design, manufacturing, testing, and certification of flight hardware.

• Mentor Project Engineers (PE) in critical thinking, decision making and behaviors to improve PM effectiveness and create high performing teams

• Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical within flight hardware, development or qualification test articles, or test support hardware.

• Review and evaluate the quantity, quality, and overall adequacy of results and conclusions drawn from accomplishment of engineering tasks.

• Apply Project Management processes and tools in the development, sustainment or operation of human rated flight hardware or systems.

• Select and apply engineering techniques and procedures to analyze and evaluate specific problems, data, or other features of the work which are broad in scope and complexity.

• Address project problems in a timely and straightforward manner

• Define, communicate and mitigate project risks

• Establish a healthy project environment

• Foster strong, healthy customer relationships

• Coordinate and support flight hardware and software products and systems development phases, through design, procurement, fabrication, test, data analysis, certification, and flight/mission delivery.

• Perform other duties as required.

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 engineering from an accredited engineering school and ten (10) years of related engineering experience.

• Must be able to review essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP), as needed.

• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field (including space flight hardware development and certification processes), such as mechanical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, environmental testing, and office software.

• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules and to work unsupervised for long periods.

• Perform cost and schedule estimating and management functions.

• Perform risk management including risk assessment and implementation of risk reducing measures

• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills. The position requires close coordination with the NASA Project Managers and ISS/Orion program representatives

• Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical designs within flight hardware, development or qualification test articles.
  

Requisition Preferences:

• Experience with ISS flight hardware Class 1 and processes

• Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures.

• Background in flight hardware development, testing, and certification.

• Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process.

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 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:

09/06/2026 - 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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