Group Manager, Technology & Infrastructure

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 have an exciting opportunity for a Group Manager, Technology & Infrastructure to join the JETSII Contract!

Amentum is seeking a Manager for the Science & Exploration Department Technology & Infrastructure Group to lead efforts in facility development and engineering, facility modification, upkeep and cleaning, new scientific research capability, science facility development, and technology assessment and review supporting NASA Astromaterials Research & Exploration Science and Business Development & Technology Integration. This position oversees organizations responsible for IT development and sustainment, facility development and upkeep, laboratory development, and equipment maintenance and repair for scientific research and the curation of NASA astromaterials, and the assessment of new technologies developed at the NASA Johnson Space Center. The Group Manager is accountable for operational excellence, people leadership, compliance, and contract/task order performance. This role ensures timekeeping integrity for the group, conducts annual performance reviews, assists with Task Order (TOs) management, engages with customers, and drives the consistent flow-down and adherence to Amentum policies and procedures. The Group Manager interfaces regularly with the Department Manager, Department Technical Monitor (DTM), and Section Managers to facilitate and align program objectives, technical priorities, staffing, schedule, and budget.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership

• •Assist department leadership in the vision for the department and guide, coach, and instruct department personnel in achieving the vision.
• •Assist in the development and oversight of collective bargaining agreements and the management of union employees
• •Foster an environment that promotes innovative thinking and solutions.
• •Promote an environment that emphasizes strong communication and relationships with customers.
• •Cultivate a culture of safety, inclusion, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• •Provide a framework or continuous process improvement, including analysis of process performance, streamlining of processes, and automation of processes.
• •Confirm full flow-down and adherence of Amentum policies/procedures, including ethics, safety, security, and quality.
• •Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Department Director, DTM, HR, Finance, QA/ES&H) to ensure mission success and compliance.
• •Represent the Group in reviews, readiness assessments, and status briefings.

Supervision

• •Directly supervise Section Managers across Science Infrastructure, Facility Operations and Technology Integration; provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• •Conduct annual performance reviews, including goal setting, development plans, and merit recommendations.
• •Ensure timely compliance with company reporting requirements and ensure employee adherence to policies and procedures
• •Interface with the customers to address technical topics, schedules, risks, resources, and performance updates.
• •Optimize resource allocation across sections to meet program milestones and deliverables.
• •Provide regular status reports to the Department Director and DTM: staffing, schedule/budget highlights, risk, technical and employee issues, corrective actions

Requisition Qualifications

• •Typically requires a HS diploma and 20 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field and 15 years of experience.
• •Bachelor’s Degree in a Physical Science field, Facilities Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience
• •5–8+ years of relevant experience in facility management, facility engineering, technology development or facility related technical programs.
• •3+ years of people leadership managing supervisors and/or technical teams.
• •Ability to review and understand Task Orders (TOs) or similar contractual work scopes (scope, schedule, cost, risk).
• •Strong communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with customers and cross-functional

Compensation:

Salary starts at $103,500. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also ave:

• •Excellent personal and professional career growth
• •9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• •Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• •Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• •Proof 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.

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Compensation Details:

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The 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 insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Note: 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:

11/03/2026 - Until Filled Amentum 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, ancest