Posted:
2/18/2026, 1:58:24 AM
Location(s):
Florida, United States ⋅ Merritt Island, Florida, United States
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Operations & Logistics
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.
The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.
Selected candidate will be responsible for an assigned Spaceflight Technical Operations department of approximately 25 - 30 wage determined technicians, who directly support either flight hardware processing or Ground Support hardware.
Duties and responsibilities include managing daily department operations to meet scheduled activities for the Artemis program at Kennedy Space Center. Responsible for tracking critical certifications for employees to ensure processing requirements are met and appropriate resources are available. Participate in certification reviews and develop new certifications as required. Review and approve weekly time cards and manage overtime hours. Monitor employee training requirements. Work directly with other shop management to cross train and cross utilize resources. Participate in budget development activities and manage department budget. Gain familiarization of Operational Procedures and Safety Procedures and ensure workforce follows established procedures and works safely. Perform performance reviews and drive employee development. Participate in various meetings as the department representative. Lead department meetings to communicate pertinent information to employees. Participate in process improvement initiatives.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in related management area; at least seven years of experience in progressively challenging technical or management positions.
Must be able to work second shift and rotate through weekends as required. Looking for a candidate with leadership experience serving in roles such as management, TTL roles, temp lead roles. Direct knowledge of Artemis processing desired in either launch vehicle processing or ground support processing.
Physical Requirements
Work Environment
Equipment and Machines
Attendance
Other Essential Functions
Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities
While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as:
Flexible Schedule and Telework
At Amentum, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, we offer partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department’s demands and needs.
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:
02/18/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
Website: https://www.amentum.com/
Headquarter Location: Germantown, Maryland, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 2020
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Private Equity
Industries: Mechanical Engineering ⋅ Security ⋅ Technical Support