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.
·Develops, manages, and coordinates integrated master plans and schedules to meet Program objectives
·Tracks resources and analyses, performs critical path development, and builds project plans, assessments, and required program reports
· Performs risk analysis and identifies/resolves critical path and network logic conflicts
·Utilizes Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance
· Performs work control management
· Trains and mentors team members when appropriate
· Works with Engineering and Test Engineering (COMET & NASA) to build/integrate bar charts (mini schedules - P6) within flow plan
· If required, leads Scheduling/Readiness meetings and/or Team Meetings, as needed
· Prefer 5+ years of Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project and Microsoft Suite experience
This position requires:
Degreed candidates: BS or BA in a related field AND 8+ years of experience
Non-Degreed Candidates: HS diploma or equivalent AND 12+ years of experience
Other Essential Functions
Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which
may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or
others.
Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal
contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive
positions.
Government security clearance may be required in the future.Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and
communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
Physical Requirements
Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
Physical requirements are: sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.
Work Environment
Work will mainly be done inside, but fieldwork can be a combination of outside and inside depending on the project.
Working at heights and in confined spaces may be required.
Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the
facility.
Climbing ladders and platforms will be necessary.
All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.
Equipment and Machines
Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules.
Variety of software tools used in performing research (i.e. Milestone Professional, Primavera, Microsoft Project, Microsoft
Office, Power BI).
Attendance
Full-time regular work hours between Monday-Friday.
Position may often require overtime, including off-shift and weekend work depending on tasks assigned and management direction.
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:
$80,000 - $85,000
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:
02/05/2026 - 04/27/2026Amentum 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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