Project Manager

Project Manager EngineerIV RO169614 NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, Texas HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide. HX5 is currently seeking a Project Manager, we need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop integrated schedules and cost estimates as part of a project plan Manage risk throughout the life of the project, including cost, schedule, technical risks, and management of change Ensure and document compliance with JSC facility requirements and processes Effectively communicate project status to both JETS management and the NASA customer Coach and mentor early-career members of the project team Responsible for participating in all HSE activities. Proactively identifying, reporting & bringing to closure any safety and facility concerns Leads and champions continuous improvement efforts Perform other duties as required Responsible for managing complex facility projects, such as vacuum and thermal chamber upgrades, facility upgrades, and facility repairs to support space hardware testing for NASA Crew and Thermal Systems Division (CTSD/EC) Lead of a team of contractors, engineers, and technicians to execute all facility projects to support NASA test objectives Manage the key projects aspects of scope, budget, schedule, and risks. Ensure that projects are successfully completed on schedule, within the approval budget and in accordance with applicable quality and safety standards Manage risk throughout the life of the project, including cost, schedule, technical risks, and management of change Responsible for participating in all HSE activities. Proactively identifying, reporting & bringing to closure any safety and facility concerns Education andExperience This position has been posted at multiple levels. 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. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Must be highly proficient and fully functional in the use of Microsoft Office Projects software application utilized for scheduling projects in logical steps and in the time required to meet deadlines. Requires demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by prior leadership experience involving either facility project experience or hardware development projects. Able to make independent, technical, and tactical decisions with a high attentiveness to detail. Strong skills in project management. Experience in management of technical, cost, and schedule elements of projects and tasks. Excellent oral and written communication skills, a team-oriented approach, strong problem solving capability, and mentoring skills. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, technical knowledge, and ability to work in a collaborative environment. Must be able to operate independently and self-motivated in accordance with directed prioritization. High organizational skills with the ability to track multiple directives Self-Motivating individual with proactive approach to thinking ahead of upcoming scheduled events Preferences Experience in Aerospace testing environments. Familiarity with the NASA/JSC facility development and Engineering Life Cycle processes. Environmental testing background Preferences BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school and ten (10) years of direct engineering experience, or a MS degree from an accredited engineering school and eight (8) years of direct engineering experience, or Ph.D. and four (4) years of direct engineering experience. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off). Other Position Requirements: Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 401(k) plan with Company Match Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Parental Leave Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Pet Insurance HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer. ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, pleasecall View phone number on click.appcast.io. #LI-ONSITE #J-18808-Ljbffr