Senior Manager, Acquisition

Job Posting

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

Responsibilities

As a member of the team, you will:

Amentum SOD provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, including flight hardware processing and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station (ISS), Exploration Ground Systems (EGS), Space Launch System (SLS), Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and Launch Services Program (LSP). Provides leadership for multiple departments of the COMET Space Flight Processing Directorate (Flight Systems and Ground Support Equip interfacing with flight hardware) supporting NASA's SLS/Orion, ISS, and LSP. The role for this position requires providing leadership, oversight, direction, and guidance for a multi-disciplined department that includes Contracts, Subcontracts, Procurement, Pricing, and Export Compliance. Bachelor of Science (BS) in related management area

• Responsible for interfacing with all levels of management of the enterprise and external customers regularly building relationships, addressing contractual related matters, and providing contract guidance/interpretations/determinations.
• Provide compliance awareness with contract and regulatory requirements as well as company policies and procedures for the program/business management teams.
• Lead the development of contractual and pricing strategy, funding, and expenditure profiles, provide proper disclosures within established company policies, process, procedures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate Proprietary Information Agreements and other non-Sales Agreements necessary to meet organizational objectives and protect the intellectual and proprietary property of the company and its customers.
• Proactive development of process improvements and better, more efficient/effective ways of working.
• Personnel leadership/management of team of contracts and sub-contract administrators and procurement specialists

Qualifications

• Educational requirement: Bachelor of Science (BS) in related management area; at least 10 years related experience including at least three years of successfully managing people.
• Must have a valid US Driver's License.
• Subject matter expertise in Government Contracting.
• Strong business acumen.
• 10 years of experience in an aerospace/defense or equivalent regulatory contracting environment with leadership in contracts management.
• Strong negotiation skills, contract management, subcontractor management and program management risk experience.
• Proficient knowledge of FAR, NFS, prime contract flow downs, International Trade Compliance, ITAR, EAR, Import/Export, general provisions, terms and conditions.
• Experience with multiple USG Contract Types (IDIQ, Completion, FFP, CPAF/IF, CPFF, Time and Material)

Physical Requirements

• May be required to climb stairs to access equipment for trouble shooting.
• Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment.
• Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
• Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.

Work Environment

• May be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex.
• Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility.
• Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary.
• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards.
• Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules. Variety of equipment used in testing.
• Full-time work hours. Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task. Must be dependable and punctual. Shift work may be required.
• Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
• Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.
• Government security clearance may be required in the future.
• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as: Child Development Center, Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks, Credit Union, Fitness Center, Barbershop, NASA Exchanges

At Amentum, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, we offer partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department’s demands and needs.

Compensation Details:

$129,000 - $150,000

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:

05/28/2026 - 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, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.