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, planning, & control (PP&C) 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 PP&C Manager you will work within the KLXS Program Office, executing the duties of the KLXS contract and managing activities of the PP&C organization. This role requires excellent skills in leadership, teamwork, organization, planning, execution, employee management, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements:

Bachelor of Science Degree.
Experience of working with project managers and engineers throughout the project life cycle.
Possess a strong understanding of the PP&C disciplines, with relevant experience at NASA.
Have strong leadership and organizational skills, with a minimum of 5 years previous proven line management experience.
Experience in facilitation techniques, preferably with a Six Sigma green or black belt certification.
Able 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 PP&C functions including, but not limited to, configuration management, board support, IT/software development, strategic communications, scheduling, export control, and risk management.
Manage approximately 40 PP&C 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 PP&C organization.
Provide technical support and advice to customers and internal stakeholders, including NASA EGS Leadership.

ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a 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).

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