Software Engineering and DevOps Section Manager

Amentum; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits including 401(k)

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Software Engineering and DevOps Section Manager to lead a 40-person team under the JETSII contract in the Houston area. You will report to the Spacecraft Software, Analysis and Services Group Manager and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables for NASA projects.

You will drive personnel performance, recruitment, and resource planning while interfacing with NASA leads and other contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; advanced degrees encouraged.
• 10–15 years of related experience typical for this role.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills with customers.
• Project management experience required; leadership in large teams.
• Experience recruiting, developing, and terminating personnel.
• Experience fostering collaboration among teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with collaboration tools such as Jira, Teams, Webex, SharePoint.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead Software Engineering and DevOps section with ~40 employees.
• Maintain positive relationships with NASA customers and other contractors.
• Interface with NASA software leads and oversight teams.
• Review and approve timecards and travel requests.
• Conduct personnel performance reviews and recruit staff.
• Coordinate resources with Division Tech Managers and Task Order Managers.
• Lead routine customer reviews on tasking and performance.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and safety in Agile environments.

Skills

People leadership

Program management

Customer engagement

Agile methodologies

Communication

Team collaboration

Jira

Microsoft Teams

Webex

SharePoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Jira

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Webex

Skype

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 are seeking a Software Engineering and DevOps Section Manager under the JETSII contract.

The Software Engineering and DevOps Section Manager will:

• Report to the Spacecraft Software, Analysis and Services Group Manager. The position is responsible for the management of approximately 40 Employees.
• Maintain a positive, constructive, professional relationship with the NASA customers and other NASA support contractors
• Interface with NASA Software Engineering Leads & Software Engineering oversight teams
• Demonstrate excellent communication, collaboration, and coordination skills
• Perform duties as a Section Manager:
• Ensure employees in functional areas follow established policies and procedures
• Ensure employees generate finished work products under time and budgetary constraints
• Review and approve timecards on a weekly basis
• Review and approve travel requests
• Conduct personnel performance reviews
• Resolve employee performance issues
• Ensure proper team reporting on tasking
• Perform recruiting activities
• Ensure personnel are recognized for accomplishments
• Coordinate personnel allocations with Division Technical Managers and Task Order Managers
• Conduct routine customer reviews for employee tasking and performance
• Communicate resource management status to senior JETS management
• Work in a fast-paced, Agile environment Promote a culture of caring and safety
• Demonstrate a Servant/Leader approach to management
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Perform other duties as assigned or 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 may be expected to have a related master's degree and normally possess 10-15 years of related experience.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude with a history of effectively interacting with managers and customers
• Project management experience
• Experience performing employee management duties including recruiting, developing, and terminating personnel
• Experience fostering a collaborative team environment
• Proficiency with team collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Webex, Skype, SharePoint, Jira
• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
• Ability to prepare written documents/presentations and to verbally present at various meetings
• Must have strong time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability to oversee a team of professionals working on multiple small and large projects concurrently
• Self-starter who can understand and absorb new concepts quickly
• Must be local to the JSC area and willing to work offsite at Amentum building and onsite at Johnson Space Center on a regular basis

Requisition Preferences:

• Experience leading a software development project across the full development life cycle
• Experience in Safety Critical Human-Rated Software Development
• Minimum of 5 years' experience with NASA/JSC
• 10 years of experience with NASA/JSC flight software processes
• Prior experience with government contract task order management
• Prior experience in developing schedules, budgets, and project plans

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 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

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:

09/09/2026 - 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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