Program Support Division Manager
Job Description
ARES is supporting NASA in launching the Artemis mission to send astronauts back to the Moon and Mars. One of our roles is providing program support functions for NASA’s Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) as SLS and Orion are built, integrated, tested, and launched. It is an exciting mission supported by an awesome team working side by side with their NASA customers. As the Program Support Manager you will work within the KLXS Program Office, executing the duties of the KLXS contract and managing activities of the Program Support organization. This role requires excellent skills in leadership, teamwork, organization, planning, execution, employee management, and customer satisfaction.
Requirements:
- Possess a strong understanding of the Program Support disciplines (Board Support, Risk Management, Configuration Management, Strategic Communication, Federal Budgeting) with relevant experience at NASA and preferably KSC.
- Have strong leadership and organizational skills, with a minimum of 5 years proven line management experience of at least 8 direct employees.
- Experience in facilitation techniques, preferably with a Six Sigma green or black belt certification.
- Commitment to work five days a week (M-F, 8-5) onsite at KSC.
Responsibilities (typical):
- Support the PMO and PM with program management activities, process development, leadership, and strategy.
- Lead, plan, and direct a team of professionals working in Program Support functions – e.g. board support, configuration management, strategic communications, risk management, Intern programs and more.
- Manage approximately 35 Program Support employees and subcontractors and develop and mentor junior employees, to facilitate their future growth. You'll create personal development plans for individuals in your team, and recruit internally and externally when necessary.
- Ensure performance, compliance, and sustained process improvement initiatives within the organization.
- Provide technical support and advice to customers and internal stakeholders, including NASA EGS Leadership and ensure strong customer satisfaction.
Education and Relevant Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business discipline
ARES Benefits:
ARES offers competitive compensation and benefit package. Full-time employees may participate in:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSA/FSA Accounts
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- ESOP
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business discipline
- Strong understanding of Program Support disciplines, including board support, risk management, configuration management, strategic communication, and federal budgeting
- Relevant experience at NASA; experience at Kennedy Space Center preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of proven line management experience managing at least 8 direct employees
- Experience with facilitation techniques
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
- Ability to work onsite at KSC five days per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Strong leadership, teamwork, organization, planning, execution, employee management, and customer satisfaction skills
What We Do
ARES Corporation is one of the foremost Engineering, Project Management, Reliability and Mission Assurance, IT Architecture and Security, and Software Solutions companies in the United States. We differentiate ourselves from our competition by integrating unique, industry-leading quantitative risk management methodologies into every project to provide superior-quality products and services, on time and within budget. With a top-notch team of engineers, scientists, and other professionals, ARES focuses on solving industry’s most complex technical challenges in the key areas of nuclear, clean technology, space, and defense.
