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　　At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine how to solve the world's greatest challenges, transforming big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.

　　Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow

　　Your Impact:

　　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. Jacobs is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

　　We have an exciting opportunity for a Section Manager Loads and Dynamics to join the team with JETS II Teammate Company, McLaurin Aerospace.

　　** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **

　　The Section Manager - Structural Loads and Dynamics will:

　　Support the NASA/JSC Engineering Directorate Loads and Dynamics Branch

　　Ensure employees in functional areas follow established procedures and generate finished work products under time and budgetary constraints and ensure products yield the expected outcome and establish equality levels. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

　　Ensure NASA customer has adequate technical support personnel to accomplish associated tasks

　　Conduct meetings with NASA customer to provide status and obtain feedback

　　Perform routine project status reviews for cost, schedule, risk management, and deliverable adherence

　　Conduct oversight, mentorship and guidance to employees and task leads

　　Work with leads to track and maintain efficient task performance

　　Maintain an active list of lessons learned to actively inform section members

　　Maintain active related risk management (technical, cost, and schedule) on all associated tasks

　　Conduct periodic section meetings to review personnel work safety

　　Conduct periodic face to face meetings with employees to obtain status, ensure efficiency and provide solutions where needed

　　Review and approve employee time cards, overtime requests, time-off requests, and travel

　　Review resource requests and conduct interviews to identify and attain necessary personnel

　　Document and perform personnel performance evaluation reviews

　　Generate award nominations for employees

　　Establish, monitor, and update personnel training plan as required

　　Work with colleagues to coordinate issue resolution across multiple JETS organizations which could include source limitations, technical challenges, process breakdowns, etc.

　　Establish a framework and oversight for technical correctness on all work performed by section

　　Work with the Engineering Directorate Division Technical Monitor (DTM) and Task Order manager to establish budget estimates

　　Review, develop or update section processes as required

　　Perform technical duties as required

　　Perform other duties as required

　　Here's What You'll Need:

　　Requisition Qualifications:

　　This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

　　Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5 - 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required

　　Minimum 5 years performing tasks associated with Spacecraft

　　Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills with the ability to work in a team environment

　　Experience planning and establishing work priorities

　　Experience leading a team of engineers

　　Experience with customer and stakeholder interactions

　　Experience in the loads and dynamics discipline including coupled loads analysis, shock, vibro-acoustics, signal processing, testing, and multi-body dynamics

　　Proficient in MS Office programs

　　Requisition Preferences:

　　​BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school and a minimum of eight (8) years of direct engineering experience in the field of loads and dynamics with a strong understanding of the skills required to perform these tasks

　　Minimum of fifteen (15) years of direct engineering experience in the field of loads and dynamics

　　Prior or current experience supporting the NASA/JSC Engineering Directorate Loads and Dynamics Branch

　　Proficiency in Coupled Loads Analysis (CLA) and an understanding of the workflow to perform a CLA

　　Vibro-acoustic analysis experience

　　Finite element modeling experience

　　Familiarity with NASA requirements for load and dynamics, including modal and vibroacoustic testing

　　Experience in Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ Experience using Smartsheets

　　Why Join Our Team?

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　　In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

　　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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