Sr. Operations Manager - NASA

Chugach Government Solutions•FLORIDA, FL

About The Position

The Senior Operations Manager leads a major operational segment of SIMO and coordinates operational support with NASA’s Exploration Ground Systems (EGS), the Senior Vehicle Operations Manager, the Launch Director, and Kennedy Integration, Operations, and Support Center (KIOSC) personnel. The role ensures operational priorities are understood, resources and technical expertise are aligned, and services are executed safely and efficiently in support of mission and facility requirements. The position manages day-to-day operations for an assigned organizational or contract functional area. It establishes and enforces work standards, procedures, policies, and work rules; monitors activities and resources; plans staffing, materials, equipment, and schedules; and supports program management through operational reporting, issue resolution, and performance improvement. It also ensures personnel safety, contract compliance, and adherence to labor-category qualification requirements.

Requirements

15 or more years of experience in large infrastructure and technically complex environments, including flight-operations experience in assembly, integration, and testing.
Six years of relevant experience in a lead or supervisory role.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field. The posting also describes an experience substitution: high school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of four years of relevant experience.
Eligible to obtain a Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Experience supporting NASA, Kennedy Space Center, EGS, launch operations, or comparable high-consequence technical operations.
Experience with Maximo or similar maintenance/work management systems.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary interface with the EGS Operations team, including the Senior Vehicle Operations Manager and Launch Director.
Liaise with NASA KIOSC personnel and supporting SIMO elements to prioritize and execute EGS requirements efficiently.
Coordinate the availability of NASA and SIMO systems-engineering expertise needed to support EGS operations while respecting assigned organizational responsibilities.
Manage day-to-day operations for an assigned organizational or contract functional area.
Establish, communicate, and enforce work standards, operating procedures, policies, and work rules.
Monitor work activities, personnel productivity and performance, resource use, and operational risks.
Plan staffing, materials, equipment, and schedules to support safe and timely execution.
Ensure personnel safety and compliance with applicable contract requirements and operating procedures.
Verify labor-category compliance and escalate qualification or staffing gaps.
Support program management with operational reporting, issue resolution, and performance improvement.
Coordinate effectively between SIMO operational teams, EGS Operations, KIOSC, and supporting elements.
Identify and escalate operational risks, constraints, and mission impacts in a timely manner.