Technical, Maintenance and Operations Lead

Amentum•Houston, TX

3d•$83,700•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is hiring a Technical, Maintenance and Operations Lead for the JETSII Contract supporting NASA at Johnson Space Center. The role supports the Section Manager in leading more than 60 electrical and mechanical technicians in the EC4 Systems Test Branch. It provides leadership and technical direction for facility maintenance, thermal and thermal-vacuum testing, test design, and mission-critical test operations. The position is full-time and requires on-site presence at Johnson Space Center. The Lead directs daily operations, maintenance, and testing; coordinates staffing and resources; and helps ensure facility readiness, equipment reliability, safe operations, and fulfillment of customer and mission objectives. The role also supports workforce planning, budgets, employee development, compliance, investigations, and organizational improvement. It serves as a key liaison between management and the workforce and exercises delegated supervisory authority over personnel matters. The position requires a high school diploma and 15 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or a related field and 10 years of experience. Compensation starts at $83,700, with final pay based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency may be required, and candidates must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Requirements

High school diploma and 15 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or a related field and 10 years of experience.
Experience supporting complex technical facilities, aerospace testing operations, mission-critical infrastructure, thermal-vacuum systems, environmental testing, spaceflight hardware operations, or similar engineering operations.
Comprehensive knowledge of safety and health standards, hazard recognition, risk assessment and mitigation, NASA mission assurance principles, configuration management, and operational risk management processes.
Experience with workforce management, staffing coordination, resource forecasting, budget administration, and work in union-represented environments and/or under Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs).
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Full-time, on-site presence at Johnson Space Center is required.
Ability to work outside the normal schedule and adjust schedules for peak periods and surge requirements.
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency may be required.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, military experience, certifications, and directly related professional experience.
Experience supporting NASA, aerospace, or other mission-critical operations, including environmental test facilities, thermal-vacuum systems, altitude chambers, or complex technical infrastructure.
At least 10 years of experience supporting technical operations, maintenance, testing, manufacturing, aerospace, or mission-critical facilities.
At least 3 years of demonstrated leadership experience as a lead technician, team lead, supervisor, project lead, coordinator, or in an equivalent position.
Experience with thermal-vacuum testing, altitude testing, environmental testing, or spaceflight hardware operations.

Responsibilities

Support the Section Manager in leading a team of more than 60 electrical and mechanical technicians and provide leadership and technical direction for facility maintenance, thermal testing, thermal-vacuum chamber testing, test design, and test operations.
Lead daily operations, maintenance, and testing activities by prioritizing work and coordinating resources to support safe, reliable, and efficient execution of mission and customer objectives.
Ensure facility readiness, equipment reliability, operational availability, and effective maintenance execution.
Plan, prioritize, and coordinate workforce assignments, schedules, resources, and technical support for operations, maintenance, testing, and facility projects.
Promote compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards through audits, assessments, continuous improvement, and corrective action programs.
Support incident investigations and root-cause analyses to resolve safety, quality, and operational issues and prevent recurrence.
Collaborate with NASA organizations, customers, project teams, and leadership to support mission success and customer requirements.
Assist the Section Manager with workforce planning, staffing, budgeting, resource forecasting, employee development, and strategic initiatives.
Exercise delegated supervisory authority over timekeeping, leave approval, workload balancing, performance management, employee relations, and disciplinary actions.
Participate in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and workforce development.
Manage contractor and workforce resources, set priorities, and reassign personnel to meet operational, maintenance, testing, and customer requirements.
Serve as the primary liaison between management and the workforce, supporting effective communication, employee engagement, and organizational objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.