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USAJOBS · 2 weeks ago

Senior Technical Leader, Senior Vehicle Operations Manager

Kennedy Space Center, Florida, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$150K/yr - $215K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Senior Vehicle Operations Manager (SVOM) who will report to the Manager of the Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) Program. The SVOM will lead the planning and execution of operational processing activities for human exploration missions, ensuring readiness of mission systems and collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve program objectives.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Is responsible for the overall management, planning, integration, and execution of all operational processing activities required for readiness of human exploration mission systems, such as the Orion spacecraft, Space Launch System (SLS) launch vehicle, and supporting ground systems

Manages the planning, directing, coordination, integration, and scheduling of operations for current and future exploration missions and represents EGS to program managers, other Centers, other Government agencies, and contractors in support of both near- and long-term launch schedules and milestones

Formulates the procedures and processes for integration and test of flight and ground systems to prepare for the launch operations of human-rated exploration missions

Collaborates with other Artemis programs and EGS Program elements to develop policies and management procedures to accomplish Program/Mission objectives for safe human space flight

Works with Artemis Enterprise program leadership, including exploration and commercial partners, civil service employees, and contractor personnel to ensure integration of technical and schedule development as well as implications for assigned tasks and products generated

Leads the flight hardware processing flow for the EGS Program and Artemis Enterprise; sets direction and leads the planning and execution of processes and schedules for all aspects of Artemis ground operations activities

Plans all operational ground processing activities including planned tests and integration of hardware elements and development of the products required to execute the operation

Leads across multiple Artemis flight system-provider programs to plan and execute operational and technical activities using resources from KSC institutional organizations and flight hardware development Centers, to assure the requirements, limited operational life item requirements, Certification of Flight Readiness, and other operational processes are executed effectively and efficiently

Integrates planning for processing and launch training activities as well as the integration, scheduling, and oversight of implementation of flight hardware test, checkout, vehicle assessment, and launch processing preparedness leading disciplined teams of civil service and contractor personnel

Establishes resources, schedule, and technical requirements while overseeing overall performance to meet these requirements

Provides technical guidance for the overall work effort associated with the vehicle flow and renders authoritative decisions on operations and processing matters

Qualification

Program ManagementHuman-rated Space FlightTechnical Problem SolvingSafety ManagementTeam LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Required

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life sciences, computer science, or other field of science

Candidates must be a recognized subject matter expert with at least 1 year of directly related experience equivalent to the GS-15 level in program/project management that includes leading a disciplined team in the areas of engineering, safety, human health and performance, and human-rated space flight operations to make critical mission and programmatic decisions on technical enhancement and certification of operational ground processing activities and flight hardware processing

The individual selected will be required to file an 'Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report' (OGE-278e) within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on

Successful completion of a background investigation commensurate with the risk and sensitivity level of the position

Successful completion of random drug screening may be required

Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required by the position

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National

Must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement

Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, your resume must also address each of the Senior Level (SL) Evaluation Criteria listed below

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.