Project Manager

Position level: Associate | Requisition: BT-26203

About the role

This Project Manager position supports the space program located in Houston, Texas (77058). The role involves managing multiple projects funded from different programs, coordinating with NASA customers, and leading teams with minimal oversight. U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident status is required due to the sensitivity of customer-related information.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects funded from different programs
• Manage fluctuating priorities across different departments
• Prepare resource estimates, loading, and phasing labor plans
• Create and maintain detailed master schedules and track milestone progress and completion
• Assimilate timelines with knowledge of internal and external dependencies
• Serve as a focal point for stakeholder communication
• Track procurements with the goal of minimizing variances
• Prepare summary dashboards for program customers
• Identify, analyze, mitigate, and document project risks
• Engage in program meetings
• Prepare and present monthly Technical, Cost, Schedule, and Risk (TCSR) reviews
• Prepare Project Management Plan, Configuration Management Plan, and formal proposals
• Track and monitor service providers (e.g., software, IT infrastructure) to ensure requirements are met
• Prepare financial estimates such as cost of new projects and monthly projections
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Minimum 5 years of recent, related work experience
• Experience in the space industry or Department of Defense/Department of War
• Experience interfacing regularly with NASA customers and coordinating team assignments
• Self-directed, proactive individual with prior experience leading with minimal oversight
• Ability to work independently and autonomously and track tasks and issues to completion
• Prior experience with Government and internal company financial reporting, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost estimating
• Prior experience managing and leading a team
• Ability to prepare written documents and verbally present at various meetings
• Soft skills to manage a variety of personnel with different personalities and strengths
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Strong work ethic, team-oriented, culture-oriented
• Effective verbal and written communication with internal and external customers
• Ability to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives
• Organized with good time management skills
• Willingness to work outside normal schedule and adjust to meet peak periods and surge requirements
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule

Preferred qualifications

• Familiarity with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures
• Knowledge of spacecraft systems
• Previous experience with NASA Project Management processes under NPR 7120.5 or EA-023
• Previous experience with project scheduling
• Familiarity with Smartsheet, Jira, MS Project, or other PM software

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• AD&D and disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Retirement 401(k)
• Vacation, sick pay, and holidays
• Flexible work schedules (when available)
• Professional training and development for career advancement

Schedule

Onsite position with a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off). Some travel may be required. Schedules are subject to change based on position and customer needs.

Work environment & requirements

• Generally an office environment; may involve inside or outside work depending on the task
• All employees must pass a national agency check; some positions require clearance and extensive background verification
• Pre-employment drug screen required; participation in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings required

About Bastion

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment. The well-being of employees is a priority, and flexibility allows for a great work-life balance. The culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. Bastion values, respects, and helps employees grow in their careers.

Bastion is passionate about its people and safety culture. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value, foster inventive solutions, and build resilience. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Bastion participates in E-Verify.