The Project Manager - Risk Management (xEVAS) will support NASA on the JETS II contract in Houston, Texas.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and maintain the risk management process throughout the lifecycle of the project.
• Ensure effective horizontal and vertical integration of risk mitigation activities.
• Provide recommendations for approval, acceptance, closure, and escalation of top risks to Associate Program Manager as appropriate.
• Work closely with the NASA xEVAS management team, EVA & Human Surface Mobility Program (EHP), other NASA programs, and commercial partner teams to identify, document, and report on the risks associated with project efforts.
• Prompt risk owners to periodically review risk mitigation plans for effectiveness and progress against associated milestones.
• Facilitate the transfer of xEVAS identified risks to the appropriate organization.
• Provide training to risk owners and integrators on how to access, view, create, edit, and update risks in the project and program risk database tools.
• Collect and report risk metrics to xEVAS Management.
• Assist risk owners and xEVAS management in implementing risk decision-making and Continuous Rick Management (CRM) practices into the xEVAS day-to-day activities.
• Facilitate the handling of concerns (i.e. close, escalate, or maintain in a system).
• Manage the escalation of risks from Concerns and Watch Items to Risks, respectively, for action as appropriate.
• Be cognizant of Project, Program, and Center risks Systems and their functions.
• Ensure completeness of closure and acceptance rationale.
• Assist risk submitters to create risks and with scoring (assist with the tool).
• Interface frequently with inter-organizational disciplines, NASA System Managers, operational customers, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain a professional relationship with the NASA customer and other NASA support contractors.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). 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.

• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status.
• This position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and 5 years of recent and related experience.
• License and certification may be required.
• Demonstrated success with the technical risk management aspect of project management.
• Knowledge and previous experience in delivering flight hardware at the project or program level.
• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings.

DESIRED:

• Project management or systems engineering experience.
• SharePoint Experience.
• Familiar with JSC Organizations, processes, and procedure.
• Knowledge of/experience with the following tools/processes/methodologies:
  • Milestones Professional
  • Active Risk Manager (ARM)
  • Experience working with NASA international partners.

WORK LOCATION:

• This position offers a 9/80 schedule, every other Friday off.
• This position may require some travel.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, some positions require a clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen; some contracts require participation in periodic random drug and alcohol screening programs.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must have a strong work ethic and must be safety culture oriented.
• Must be organized with good time management skills.
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

BASTION BENEFITS:

Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, and flexible work schedules (when available). We also support career advancement through professional training and development.

ABOUT BASTION:

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY:

At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. We are committed to a journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company, that philosophy fosters an environment of collaboration across cultures. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.

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