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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.
The Ground Systems Support (GSS) organization is looking for a bright and motivated Readiness Professional to support multiple programs for National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA). The candidate will provide readiness support primarily for Operations and Maintenance shops to include Cranes, Doors and Platforms (CDP), Crawler Transporters and Structures (STS), Emergency Egress Systems (EES), Ignition Overpressure and Sound Suppression (IOP-SS), Facility Ground Systems Pneumatics (GPNEU) and secondary back-up support to Launch Equipment Shop (LES). A background in production control, parts and material kitting, logistics inventory processes, and component calibration and cleaning processes are highly desired.
Responsibilities Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:
- Daily shop support using Solumina, Maximo, and Peoplesoft as required.
- Assist with maintaining kitting areas for technical shops.
- Assist with ordering and kitting of required parts, materials, consumables, and PPE to support Ground Systems Support technical shops.
- Expedite parts and material, track down special tooling, resolve real-time parts issues with jobs already in work.
- Perform parts cross reference research to assist with ordering and/or correcting improperly identified parts.
- Tracks outside purchases for turnaround times and tracks shortage reports.
- Collects and routes samples and/or components from the technical shop to appropriate labs.
- Process parts that need documentation to be sent back through Logistics to either restock, excel, or refurbish (return to stock process).
- Scan and attach parts documentation to Work Orders as required. Process fabrication cost breakdown worksheets as required.
- Collaborate daily with a team of Technicians, Engineering, Shop Management, and Planning and Scheduling.
- Provide copies of material picking plan to the designated parties or storage locations.
- Maintain safety, quality, and good housekeeping standards in all areas of responsibility.
- Drive and track use of government vehicle for equipment pick-up.
Qualifications - External Bachelor’s in a related degree field (e.g., Business, IT, Eng.) and at least three years related experience; or at least seven years of experience in areas such as management analysis, schedule analysis, and project control functions.
- Possess moderate knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs, such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and TEAMS
- Technically inclined to identify parts and material required to support ground support operations and maintenance activities.
- Familiar with the concept of work control and the work order lifecycle.
- Familiar with the concept of preventive maintenance.
- Exhibit concise communication skills daily, both orally and written.
- Exhibit customer service skills daily, required for customer interaction to discuss requirements.
- Ability to read engineering schematics, drawings, and engineering specifications is a plus.
- Must follow and ensure strict work area rules and safety protocols.
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. Essential FunctionsPhysical 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.
Work Environment
- All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.
- Will be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex.
- Position requires daily individual to travel to different areas on site.
- Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the facility.
Equipment and Machines
- Operate computer terminals, personal computers, and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain/adjust database logs and records, print documents and record work performance.
- Personal computer, scanner, copy machine, telephone, laser printer, fax machine, and other office equipment including desk supplies.
Attendance
- Work assignments are normally 8 hours shifts, 5 consecutive days per week.
- Must be dependable and punctual.
- Occasional overtime, sometimes with short notice, is required to meet demanding schedule
Other Essential Functions
- If offered a position, proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident/Green Card holder of the United States is required.
- Needs to have clear, concise, and accurate communication skills.
- Must have ability to work well with office staff and customer representatives.
- Government security clearance may be required in the future.
- 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 maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
- Must pass a federal background investigation.
- 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.
Access to Kennedy Space Center AmenitiesWhile doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as:
- Child Development Center
- Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks
- Credit Union
- Fitness Center
- Barbershop
- NASA Exchanges
Flexible Schedule and TeleworkAt 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.
