NASA Deputy Section & Task Order Manager - Software Engineering and DevOps

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Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

MRI, a woman-owned Technologies and Engineering Services company, has an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Section & Task Order Manager - Software Engineering and DevOps on the JETS II Contract at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. 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 a Deputy Section & Task Order Manager - Software Engineering and DevOps you will:

• Report to the JETS Software Engineering Section Manager. The position is responsible for the management of approximately 40 Employees across the Software Engineering, Avionics Network Engineering, Cybersecurity and DevOps disciplines
• Maintain a positive, constructive, professional relationship with the NASA customers and other NASA support contractors
• Interface with NASA Software Engineering Leads & Software Engineering oversight teams
• Demonstrate excellent communication, collaboration, and coordination skills
• Perform duties as the Software Engineering Deputy Section Manager:
  • Ensure employees in functional areas follow established procedures and generate finished work productsunder time and budgetary constraints
  • Assist in approving timecards on a weekly basis
  • Assist and reviewing and approving travel requests
  • Assist with personnel performance reviews
  • Assist with resolution of employee performance issues
  • Ensure proper team reporting on tasking
  • Assist with recruiting activities
  • Ensure personnel are recognized for accomplishments
• Perform duties as the Software Engineering Deputy Task Order Manager
  • Assist with the management (creation, coordination and revision) of scope, cost, schedule and risk for government contract task orders
  • Develop, manage and monitor cost plans, estimates and actuals
  • Ensure proper team reporting on tasking
  • Conduct routine customer project reviews for cost, schedule, risk management, and deliverable adherence
  • Maintain active risk management (technical, cost, and schedule) on all projects and work functions
  • Communicate project status to senior JETS management
• Work in a fast-paced, Agile environment Promote a culture of caring and safety
• Demonstrate a Servant/Leader approach to management
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Perform other duties as assigned or as required

Here's What You'll Need:

Requisition Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in a related area and normally possess 10 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude with a history of effectively interacting with senior managers at all levels
• Previous project management experience required
• Experience leading a development project across the full development life cycle
• Must be able to perform employee management duties including recruiting, developing, and terminating personnel
• Experience fostering a collaborative team environment
• Proficiency with team collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Webex, Skype, SharePoint, Jira
• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
• Ability to prepare written documents/presentations and to verbally present at various meetings
• Must have strong time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrates leadership ability to oversee a team of professionals working on multiple small and large projects concurrently
• Self-starter who can understand and absorb new concepts quickly
• Must be local to the JSC area and willing to work offsite at Jacobs building and onsite at Johnson Space Center on a regular basis

Requisition Preferences:

• Experience leading a software development project across the full development life cycle
• Experience in Safety Critical Human-Rated Software Development
• Minimum of 5 years' experience with NASA/JSC - Prefer 10 years of experience with NASA/JSC flight software processes
• Prior experience with government contract task order management
• Prior experience in developing schedules, budgets, and project plans

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which this position has been advertised.

MRI Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employment at MRI Technologies is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. MRI Technologies does not discriminate against any team member or applicant because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age, genetic information, past or present military service, marital or domestic partner status, parental status, pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

MRI Technologies is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.