R0174708 - SpaceSuits Project Manager (A)

ASCEND Aerospace & Technology, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerodyne Industries in Houston seeks a SpaceSuits Project Manager to lead space suit development programs, manage the engineering team, and oversee budgeting, scheduling, and reporting. You will interact with NASA and other customers to ensure program success.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a background in project management for complex spacesuit systems, with a focus on cost, schedule, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 5–10 years of related experience in engineering project management.
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting and cost estimating.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; customer and management interaction.
• Ability to coordinate support across multiple technical disciplines.
• Ability to work independently and track tasks to completion.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Perform project management and engineering functions for space suit development, including requirements development, hardware development, manufacturing, assembly and test.
• Lead the engineering team for the space suit subsystem assigned.
• Provide budgeting, forecasting and cost estimating support.
• Monitor cost performance against plans.
• Develop and maintain technical, cost and schedule reports for the program.
• Develop schedules, procedures, work instructions and process flows.
• Identify risks and mitigation plans and escalate as needed.
• Interact with NASA System Managers and customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

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R0174708 - SpaceSuits Project Manager (A)

JETS - Houston - HP Regular Houston, TX, US

Aerodyne Industries is a dynamic, rapidly growing engineering and information technology services firm headquarteredon Florida’s exciting Space Coast. With location throughout the US, we take pride in delivering small business agility with large corporation capabilities. Our list of clients count on us to prepare NASA’s Missionsto the Moon and Mars andto defendour nation supporting the Missile Defense Agency and Department of Defense. Join the adventure of a lifetime by becoming a teammate with Aerodyne Industries and work on projects that will define our future.

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.

We have an opportunity for aSpaceSuits Project Manager to join our team with Aerodyne, a teammate company.

As aSpace Suits Project Manager you will:

• Perform project management and engineering functions for space suit development, including requirements development, hardware development, manufacturing, assembly, and test.
• Manage the engineering team for the specific space suit subsystem assigned.
• Provide budgeting, forecasting and cost estimating support.
• Monitor cost performance for their subsystem development against established plans.
• Develop and maintain company and customer financial reports.
• Prepare and present monthly Technical, Cost, Schedule and Risk Reporting
• Oversee and develop schedules, procedures, work instructions and process flows.
• Develop risks and risk mitigation plans for rollup into the higher-level risk system
• Interact frequently with inter-organizational disciplines, NASA System Managers, and operational customers.
• 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.

• 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.
• Experience managing and leading engineering projects.
• Experience with financial reporting, including budgeting, forecasting and cost estimating.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and will be expected to effectively interact with customers and management at all levels
• Ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously and track tasks and issues to completion
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, environmental testing, and office software.

Requisition Preferences:

• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures
• Prior experience working with Space Suits or other areas of Human Spaceflight

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 have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

Additional Information

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

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.).

Regular attendance in accordance with the 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.

US EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status

Salary Range Statement

Final compensation is determined through a comprehensive evaluation of several key factors, including the candidate’s educational background, specialized technical expertise, and relevant professional experience. We also consider internal equity, prevailing market data, and specific contractual or funding requirements to ensure competitive and equitable offer alignment.