Software Engineering and DevOps Section Manager

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!We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. 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.We are seeking aSoftware Engineering and DevOps Section Managerunder the JETSII contract.The Software Engineering and DevOps Section Manager will:Report to the Spacecraft Software, Analysis and Services Group Manager. The position is responsible for the management of approximately 40 Employees.Maintain a positive, constructive, professional relationship with the NASA customers and other NASA support contractorsInterface with NASA Software Engineering Leads & Software Engineering oversight teamsDemonstrate excellent communication, collaboration, and coordination skillsPerform duties as a Section Manager:Ensure employees in functional areas follow established policies and proceduresEnsure employees generate finished work products under time and budgetary constraintsReview and approve timecards on a weekly basisReview and approve travel requestsConduct personnel performance reviewsResolve employee performance issuesEnsure proper team reporting on taskingPerform recruiting activitiesEnsure personnel are recognized for accomplishmentsCoordinate personnel allocations with Division Technical Managers and Task Order ManagersConduct routine customer reviews for employee tasking and performanceCommunicate resource management status to senior JETS managementWork in a fast-paced, Agile environment Promote a culture of caring and safetyDemonstrate a Servant/Leader approach to managementPromote a culture of continuous improvement and innovationPerform other duties as assigned or as requiredRequisition Qualifications: 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 minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and may be expected to have a related master's degree and normally possess 10-15 years of related experience.Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude with a history of effectively interacting with managers and customersProject management experienceExperience performing employee management duties including recruiting, developing, and terminating personnelExperience fostering a collaborative team environmentProficiency with team collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Webex, Skype, SharePoint, JiraMust be able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervisionAbility to prepare written documents/presentations and to verbally present at various meetingsMust have strong time management and organizational skillsDemonstrated leadership ability to oversee a team of professionals working on multiple small and large projects concurrentlySelf-starter who can understand and absorb new concepts quicklyMust be local to the JSC area and willing to work offsite at Amentum building and onsite at Johnson Space Center on a regular basisRequisition Preferences:Experience leading a software development project across the full development life cycleExperience in Safety Critical Human-Rated Software DevelopmentMinimum of 5 years' experience with NASA/JSC10 years of experience with NASA/JSC flight software processesPrior experience with government contract task order managementPrior experience in developing schedules, budgets, and project plansWhy Join Our Team? In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:Excellent personal and professional career growth9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicableOnsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)Much, much more!For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.comProof 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 the position is advertised.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.#JETS #JETSIICompensation Details: EN4-ESSThe compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:Health, dental, and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)Educational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.Original Posting: 09/09/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.#J-18808-Ljbffr