Sr. Deputy Project Manager - Space Systems

Company: Oceaneering
Location: Houston
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Company Profile

Oceaneering Space Systems (OSS) is a precision engineering and manufacturing group which specializes in turn-key design, development, manufacturing, certification, maintenance, and testing of extra-vehicular and intra-vehicular (EVA & IVA) tools and equipment for astronauts; including life support and environmental control systems for space; robotic systems for military, space, and biological research; and thermal protection systems for launch vehicles. We also provide specialized engineering and support services in these areas, and astronaut training in NASA's Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory.

For more information please go to www.oceaneering.com and click on Products & Services, then click Space Systems (OSS). This position is located in Clear Lake, Texas.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

Perform deputy project management and engineering functions for the development and sustainment of the Battery systems aboard the International Space Station (ISS) through hardware development, manufacturing, and assembly, in addition to troubleshooting anomalies and resupplying hardware.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide budgeting, forecasting and cost estimating support
• Monitor cost performance against established plans
• Develop and maintain company and customer (primarily government) financial reports
• Oversee and develop procedures, work instructions and process flows
• Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within flight hardware or test support hardware
• Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP), as needed
• Perform other duties as required
  REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
  • This position reports to the Program Manager
    Qualifications
    • BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school and 8+ years of related engineering experience, or a MS degree from an accredited engineering school and 4+ years of related engineering experience, or Ph.D. from an accredited engineering school and 2+ years of related experience
    • Self-motivated, team player and adaptability to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required
    • Experience with NASA/JSC Class I flight hardware process and certification
    • Must be able to review Work Authorization Documents (WADs) to process Class I hardware for flight/testing support
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills and will be expected to effectively interact with customers and management at all levels
    • Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings
    • Must have the ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical/electrical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team
    • Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
      PREFERENCES:
      • Experience with hardware anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis
      • Experience with procedure development
      • Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures
      • Co-op or Intern experience at JSC or another NASA agency
      • Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process
        Equal Opportunity Employer
        
        All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.
        
        Closing Statement
        
        As COVID-19 continues to significantly impact employees, workplaces, families and communities, many of Oceaneering's clients are requiring that all individuals working at their sites be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, including employees of Oceaneering and other contractors. Accordingly, only individuals who are, or are willing to be, fully vaccinated before their start date are eligible for this position. Any applicant selected for this position will be required to prove that they are fully vaccinated prior to their start date.

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