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NANA · 22 hours ago

Program Manager - Secret Clearance (Kennedy Space Center)

Merritt Island, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

NANA is a company that supports federal projects, and they are seeking a Program Manager to oversee contract performance at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The role involves managing operations, ensuring compliance with contract terms, and leading a team to deliver effective operational support for spaceport activities.

Mining

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the overall performance of the SOCS contract, ensuring alignment with scope, cost, schedule, and quality requirements

Develop and execute project plans, objectives, and strategies to meet customer and stakeholder expectations

Coordinate the scheduling of work, resource allocation (manpower and equipment), and adherence to contract deliverables

Interface with the Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), government management personnel, and customer agency representatives to address performance, compliance, and contractual matters

Monitor and enforce compliance with contract terms, NASA policies, safety standards, and environmental regulations

Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness

Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for the program

Supervise and mentor a team of managers, engineers, technicians, and support staff to ensure a high-performing organization

Ensure effective risk management practices are in place to mitigate potential challenges in contract execution

Maintain a positive working relationship with government and contractor personnel to support NASA's mission

Qualification

Engineering degreeManagement trainingProgram managementContract complianceRisk managementResource managementCustomer-focused communicationCommunication skillsLeadership abilitiesStrategic thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical field, with formal training in management (e.g., university coursework or PMP certification); or a master's degree in a business-related field

15+ years of relevant experience, including at least 7 years in a managerial role overseeing large-scale programs or contracts

Proven experience in contract compliance, program planning, and resource management

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with high-level government and agency representatives

Demonstrated leadership abilities with a track record of successfully managing complex technical programs

Secret Clearance Required