Astromaterials Curation Section Manager

About the role

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 Astromaterials Curation Section Manager to join the JETSII Contract!

The Section Manager will manage, supervise, and administratively direct the activities of employees in the Astromaterials Curation Section. Responsibilities include leadership of a diverse team of scientists performing Astromaterials curation work. Collections include lunar, Artemis lunar, meteorite, solar wind particles, cometary dust particles, samples retrieved from asteroids, microparticle impact, and Mars 2020 CK. The section also includes education outreach and Data Center functions.

The Section Manager will be responsible for all aspects of personnel and project management in the section, including:

• Provide effective managerial and technical leadership to a team of scientists and personnel providing services to the NASA Astromaterials Research Exploration Division at the Johnson Space Center.
• Work closely with the NASA curators for each collection to determine near-term and long-term tasks, priorities, schedules, improvements, and reporting items.
• Provide technical and personnel status reports to the company and NASA management.
• Establish daily and weekly task priorities and resource assignments, direct the staff and resolve schedule and resource issues as they arise.
• Manage employee performance, conduct interviews and hiring, and evaluate performance.
• Perform additional duties as required.

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.

• A BS degree and a minimum of 5-10 years' experience are typically required
• Demonstrable experience in project management, the use of project management tools, and the project life cycle for science or technical projects
• Demonstrable experience working with customers in a project-based environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Requisition Preferences

• BS degree in a Science or Geoscience field with experience working in a science environment, or MS degree with experience working in a science environment
• Experience leading, supervising, or managing employees engaged in technical or scientific pursuits
• Experience working in the NASA / Contractor

Compensation

• Salary starts at $95,100. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

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.
• #JETS #JETSII

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: 11/05/2026 - 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.