Edutainer, Kennedy Space Center

32952 Merritt Island, Florida Delaware North

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**The opportunity**
Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a full-time or part-time Edutainers to join our team at the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. As an Edutainer, you will be responsible for entertaining and educating guests through performances featuring memorized scripts, choreographed movements, science experiments, acting, and improvisational activities. If you have a passion for education, enjoy engaging with guests of all ages, and are excited to inspire curiosity about space exploration and STEM, we invite you to apply.
**Pay**
$24.88 - $4.88 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at .
**What we offer**
Embark on an extraordinary journey with a job at Kennedy Space Center, where every day allows you to share the excitement of space exploration with our guests.
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance*
+ 401 (k) with company match*
+ Paid vacation days and holidays*
+ Paid parental bonding leave*
+ Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
+ Weekly pay
+ 12 complimentary tickets and 4 parking passes per year to share with friends and family
+ Attraction share program with 5 visits per year, with up to 3 guests at discounted rates to popular Florida attractions
+ Rewards and recognition program with cool gifts and merchandise
+ Referral bonus - earn 200 for each eligible referral
+ Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide
*Available for eligible team members, part-time team members must earn eligibility
**What will you do?**
+ Perform in STEAM targeted live stage productions interacting with multiple visual systems, scientific experiments, and live audiences.
+ Perform teasers outside of the theater, to engage the guests in science experiments that will lead them into the next timed show.
+ Active participant in development and trainings in S.T.E.A.M. related opportunities for guest engagement through scripted performances.
+ Rehearse lines, blocking, science experiments, knowledge of safety standards for chemicals and items being used.
+ Prepare and memorize a script for the movement trial.
+ Learn and follow script and safety procedures for safety restraints. Edutainers will know the ins and outs of all of their scientific experiments and be able to explain them to all levels of guests.
+ Prepare, clean, inventory, and properly store scientific materials.
+ Support extra events, launches and needs of the park as assigned.
**More about you**
+ Must be at least 18 years old.
+ Ability to safely perform choreographed routines with theatrical movements while wearing costumes weighing approximately 15 lbs. or more.
+ Prior acting or professional presentation experience is required, preferably in a live scripted show with the ability to improvise and work with engaging a live audience.
+ Ability to perform science experiments with the proper PPE.
+ Experience in using electronic equipment and computer equipment such as microphones and video equipment.
+ Ability to memorize/stick to the script and stage blocking.
+ Scripted and memorize audition required.
**Physical requirements**
+ Ability to stand for long periods of time.
+ Ability to push, pull, bend, stoop, crawl on knees while operating objects up to 40 pounds.
+ Ability to move and dance in full body costume.
+ Applicants must meet specific height requirements to safely perform in character costumes. Height requirements vary by character as costumes are designed for performers within designated height ranges (generally between 4'11" to and 6'1").
+ This is an outdoor position that will require you to withstand year round Florida temperatures during the entire shift.
**Shift details**
Days
Evenings
Holidays
Weekends
Events
**Who we are**
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. We offer our team members discounted meals, wellness rewards programs, and a 4-week on-the-job training program. Friends and family perks include up to 12 complimentary tickets with 4 parking passes per year to share. Additionally, team members receive 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests for visits at discounted rates to other popular Florida attractions.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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Fleet Mechanic, Kennedy Space Center

32952 Merritt Island, Florida Delaware North

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**The opportunity**
Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a full-time Fleet Mechanic to join our team at the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. As a Fleet Mechanic, you will be responsible for performing mechanical, electrical, air conditioning, and body work repair maintenance on motorcoaches and support vehicles, including field service operations. If you enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds, like a fast-paced job, and seek hands-on learning, our Parks and Resorts team invites you to apply today.
Must have a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License with the 'P' Endorsement and ASE Certification in Freon recovery recycling, diesel & gasoline engines, and heavy-duty brakes.
**Pay**
$25.43 - $4.55 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at .
**What we offer**
Embark on an extraordinary journey with a job at Kennedy Space Center, where every day allows you to share the excitement of space exploration with our guests.
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance*
+ 401k with company match*
+ Paid vacation days and holidays*
+ Paid parental bonding leave*
+ Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
+ Weekly pay
+ 12 complimentary tickets and 4 parking passes per year to share with friends and family
+ Attraction share program with 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests at discounted rates to popular Florida attractions
+ Rewards and recognition program with cool gifts and merchandise
+ Referral bonus - earn 200 for each eligible referral
+ Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide
*Available for eligible team members, part-time team members must earn eligibility
**What will you do?**
+ Recognize and repair electronic or electrical malfunctions occurring on fleet vehicles/busses.
+ Assist Mechanics or independently perform mechanical, body, and air conditioning repairs to fleet vehicles as required.
+ Maintain and repair UHF radio systems and associated equipment.
+ Drive buses to breakdowns and move buses to repair locations.
+ Perform a range of repairs to electrical or electronic systems and make mechanical and bodywork repairs on buses as required.
+ Serve as environmental/safety point of contact.
+ Vehicle servicing and other duties as required.
**More about you**
+ Must be 21 years old to apply.
+ High School Diploma or equivalent required.
+ Ability to read and interpret schematics, manuals, work orders, and work schedules.
+ Effective communication to report on repair requirements and instruct helpers.
+ Ability to use meters and electrical or electronic measuring devices, hand and hand power tools, forklift truck, freon recovery equipment, oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment, drill press, grinder, pressure gauges, air gun, compressor, pumps, wash stations, jacks, and precision measuring devices and two-way radios.
+ Must have a Valid Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's License to apply. This is required.
+ P endorsement has to be attained within six months of hire.
+ Requires ASE Certification in Freon recovery recycling, diesel & gasoline engines, and heavy-duty brakes.
+ RCRA Hazardous Waste Management and SPCC Oil-Handling on site training.
+ Annual refresher training to meet the requirements of 40 CFR 265.16 and 40 CFR 112.7(f).
**Physical requirements**
+ Requires work outdoors with the presence of fumes, grease, oil, dust, noise, solvents, and fluids.
+ Requires wearing Personal Protective Equipment (steel-toed shoes, eyewear, gloves, hearing protection) where designated.
+ Requires standing for long periods, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending and reaching, lifting, or manipulating between 5 and 25 pounds for more than 70 percent of the day.
+ Requires occasional manipulation of weights over 100 pounds and participation in the manipulation of very heavy objects.
**Shift details**
Days
Evenings
Holidays
Weekends
**Who we are**
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. We offer our team members discounted meals, wellness rewards programs, and a 4-week on-the-job training program. Friends and family perks include up to 12 complimentary tickets with 4 parking passes per year to share. Additionally, team members receive 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests for visits at discounted rates to other popular Florida attractions.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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Journeyman Electrician - Kennedy Space Center area

32920 Cape Canaveral, Florida We Power America

Posted 3 days ago

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We have openings for electricians working for multiple electrical contractors at the Kennedy Space Center and around the Daytona Beach area. These jobs are high profile projects. We are especially in need of journey level and supervisory level workers.All of our positions include:Great PayGuaran.

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Commentator Tour Escort, Kennedy Space Center

32954 Merritt Island, Florida Delaware North

Posted 4 days ago

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The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring for part-time Commentator Tour Escort to join our team at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. As a Commentator Tour Escort, you will drive the tour buses and provide commentary about Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station to guests visiting the property. You will be pivotal in telling the NASA story and should inspire our guests about space exploration.

Florida Commercial Drivers License Class B with a Passenger Endorsement is Required!

Pay

$19.11 - $9.11 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at .

What we offer

Embark on an extraordinary journey with a job at Kennedy Space Center, where every day allows you to share the excitement of space exploration with our guests.

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance*

  • 401k with company match*

  • Paid vacation days and holidays*

  • Paid parental bonding leave*

  • Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*

  • Weekly pay

  • 12 complimentary tickets and 4 parking passes per year to share with friends and family

  • Attraction share program with 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests at discounted rates to popular Florida attractions

  • Rewards and recognition program with cool gifts and merchandise

  • Referral bonus - earn 200 for each eligible referral

  • Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

*Available for eligible team members, part-time team members must earn eligibility

What will you do?

  • Drive the tour bus along the designated routes while providing approved commentary throughout the journey.

  • Regularly perform safety inspection checks on the tour bus; ensure proper fuel levels, visibility, and proper operation of required systems.

  • Assist guests when they are boarding the bus and help them to their seats.

  • Comply with all vehicle operation regulations to ensure the safety of associates and guests.

  • Provide guests with accurate, factual, and intelligible commentary.

  • All other duties assigned.

More about you

  • Must be at least 21 years old to apply.

  • Possess a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License with the "P" Endorsement required.

  • Minimum 2 years' driving experience, driving a 26,000-pound vehicle or greater required.

  • Requires successfully passing background check, drug screening and a 3-part physical.

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Physical requirements

  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

  • Constant sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions.

  • Ability to remain sitting and standing for the entire length of shift.

  • Requires work outdoors and on coaches with the presence of fumes, dust, and noise.

Shift details

Days

Evenings

Holidays

Weekends

Who we are

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. We offer our team members discounted meals, wellness rewards programs, and a 4-week on-the-job training program. Friends and family perks include up to 12 complimentary tickets with 4 parking passes per year to share. Additionally, team members receive 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests for visits at discounted rates to other popular Florida attractions.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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Guest Operations Internship, Kennedy Space Center

32952 Merritt Island, Florida Delaware North

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**The opportunity**
Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring Guest Operations Interns to join our team at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida.
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student seeking an internship in a fast-paced, inclusive environment with real-world learning opportunities? Delaware North is offering paid internships with opportunities in the fields of Guest Service Operations, Food & Beverage, and Public Programs. Internship dates will be aligned with UCF program requirements.
By participating in our internship program, you will gain valuable work experience, develop your leadership capabilities, and make an impact on the business. You will discover how a global hospitality company operates and work alongside exceptional team members who exemplify our values: Lean Forward, Come Together, Stand Up, Do Right, and Think Guest.
Ready to help create the future of hospitality? Apply today to see why this internship is your best career move yet.
**Pay**
$18.00 - $8.00 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at .
**What we offer**
Embark on an extraordinary journey with a job at Kennedy Space Center, where every day allows you to share the excitement of space exploration with our guests.
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance*
+ 401 (k) with company match*
+ Paid vacation days and holidays*
+ Paid parental bonding leave*
+ Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
+ Weekly pay
+ 12 complimentary tickets and 4 parking passes per year to share with friends and family
+ Attraction share program with 5 visits per year, with up to 3 guests at discounted rates to popular Florida attractions
+ Rewards and recognition program with cool gifts and merchandise
+ Referral bonus - earn 200 for each eligible referral
+ Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide
*Available for eligible team members, part-time team members must earn eligibility
**What will you do?**
+ Attend orientation and intern-specific training, which may include shadowing and meeting with internal stakeholders
+ Learn by working in crew member positions with on-the-job training
+ Collaborate with Managers of assigned departments to develop and implement projects and activities
+ Support space-related activities and projects
+ Participate in leadership and project management meetings
+ Research emerging technologies, trends, and guest expectations
+ Shadow and assist with special events
+ Learn about KSC and NASA's space exploration program
+ Handle guest relations and VIP experiences in accordance with Delaware North's guest experience standards
**More about you**
+ Must be at least 18 years old
+ Bachelor's degree or currently working toward a degree required; hospitality-related degree program preferred
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills
+ Creative thinker with a passion for guest experience
+ Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
+ Interest in the hospitality industry and space exploration, science education, and/or themed entertainment
+ Ability to meet deadlines and manage project time-lines
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with scheduling or project management tools is a plus
+ A flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, or evenings as needed, is required
**Physical requirements**
+ Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs for event setup and supply management
+ Long-term sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, repetitive movement, including working on a desktop
+ Includes indoor and outdoor work environments in all types of weather
**Shift details**
Days
Evenings
Holidays
Weekends
**Who we are**
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. We offer our team members discounted meals, wellness rewards programs, and a 4-week on-the-job training program. Friends and family perks include up to 12 complimentary tickets with 4 parking passes per year to share. Additionally, team members receive 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests for visits at discounted rates to other popular Florida attractions.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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Commentator Tour Escort, Kennedy Space Center

32952 Merritt Island, Florida Delaware North

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**The opportunity**
Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring for part-time Commentator Tour Escort to join our team at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. As a Commentator Tour Escort, you will drive the tour buses and provide commentary about Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station to guests visiting the property. You will be pivotal in telling the NASA story and should inspire our guests about space exploration.
Florida Commercial Drivers License Class B with a Passenger Endorsement is Required!
**Pay**
$19.11 - $9.11 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at .
**What we offer**
Embark on an extraordinary journey with a job at Kennedy Space Center, where every day allows you to share the excitement of space exploration with our guests.
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance*
+ 401k with company match*
+ Paid vacation days and holidays*
+ Paid parental bonding leave*
+ Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
+ Weekly pay
+ 12 complimentary tickets and 4 parking passes per year to share with friends and family
+ Attraction share program with 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests at discounted rates to popular Florida attractions
+ Rewards and recognition program with cool gifts and merchandise
+ Referral bonus - earn 200 for each eligible referral
+ Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide
*Available for eligible team members, part-time team members must earn eligibility
**What will you do?**
+ Drive the tour bus along the designated routes while providing approved commentary throughout the journey.
+ Regularly perform safety inspection checks on the tour bus; ensure proper fuel levels, visibility, and proper operation of required systems.
+ Assist guests when they are boarding the bus and help them to their seats.
+ Comply with all vehicle operation regulations to ensure the safety of associates and guests.
+ Provide guests with accurate, factual, and intelligible commentary.
+ All other duties assigned.
**More about you**
+ Must be at least 21 years old to apply.
+ Possess a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License with the "P" Endorsement required.
+ Minimum 2 years' driving experience, driving a 26,000-pound vehicle or greater required.
+ Requires successfully passing background check, drug screening and a 3-part physical.
+ High school diploma or equivalent required.
**Physical requirements**
+ Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
+ Constant sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions.
+ Ability to remain sitting and standing for the entire length of shift.
+ Requires work outdoors and on coaches with the presence of fumes, dust, and noise.
**Shift details**
Days
Evenings
Holidays
Weekends
**Who we are**
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. We offer our team members discounted meals, wellness rewards programs, and a 4-week on-the-job training program. Friends and family perks include up to 12 complimentary tickets with 4 parking passes per year to share. Additionally, team members receive 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests for visits at discounted rates to other popular Florida attractions.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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Logistics Director (Secret Clearance) - Kennedy Space Center

32952 Merritt Island, Florida NANA Regional Corporation

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The Logistics Director will oversee and manage logistics operations. This includes leading day-to-day activities, formulating and enforcing work standards, and optimizing the use of materials and resources. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in logistics management, personnel supervision, and operational planning to ensure seamless support for spaceport operations.
Position is contingent upon contract award
**Responsibilities**
+ Oversee daily operations of logistics functions, ensuring efficient management of resources, materials, and personnel to meet contract requirements.
+ Develop and implement work standards, policies, and procedures to optimizelogistics operations and ensure compliance with contract deliverables.
+ Monitor logistics activities, including inventory management, supply chain coordination, transportation, and storage operations.
+ Plan and allocate resources, ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment to support project and mission objectives.
+ Lead, supervise, and mentor technical and administrative staff, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and high performance.
+ Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations, addressing potential hazards and enforcing corrective actions.
+ Collaborate with program management and other functional leads to ensure alignment with overall contract and organizational goals.
+ Monitor personnel productivity and performance, providing feedback and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
+ Prepare and present reports on logistics operations, performance metrics, and resource utilization to senior leadership and stakeholders.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
+ 15+ years of related experience, including progressively challenging technical, supervisory, or management roles.
+ At least 6 years in a lead or supervisory position.
+ Proven expertise in logistics management, operational planning, and resource optimization.
+ Strong leadership and organizational skills, with a focus on team development and operational excellence.
+ Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with team members, stakeholders, and government representatives.
+ In-depth knowledge of safety compliance and best practices in a logistics or technical environment.
**Job ID**

**Work Type**
On-Site
**Company Description**
**Work Where it Matters**
Akima Support Operations (ASO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
**For our shareholders** , ASO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
**For our government customers** , ASO delivers comprehensive services for facilities, maintenance, and repair and critical services required to operate and sustain facilities and equipment of all sizes.
**As an ASO employee** , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at or (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
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Program Manager - Secret Clearance (Kennedy Space Center)

32952 Merritt Island, Florida NANA Regional Corporation

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The Program Manager will oversee all aspects of contract performance at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. This role involves planning, organizing, directing, and controlling operations to meet contract requirements and ensure mission success. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering or technical background combined with managerial expertise to deliver innovative, effective, and compliant operational support for one of the world's most advanced spaceports.
Position is contingent upon contract award.
**Responsibilities**
+ Lead and manage the overall performance of the SOCS contract, ensuring alignment with scope, cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
+ Develop and execute project plans, objectives, and strategies to meet customer and stakeholder expectations.
+ Coordinate the scheduling of work, resource allocation (manpower and equipment), and adherence to contract deliverables.
+ Interface with the Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), government management personnel, and customer agency representatives to address performance, compliance, and contractual matters.
+ Monitor and enforce compliance with contract terms, NASA policies, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
+ Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
+ Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for the program.
+ Supervise and mentor a team of managers, engineers, technicians, and support staff to ensure a high-performing organization.
+ Ensure effective risk management practices are in place to mitigate potential challenges in contract execution.
+ Maintain a positive working relationship with government and contractor personnel to support NASA's mission.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical field, with formal training in management (e.g., university coursework or PMP certification); or a master's degree in a business-related field.
+ 15+ years of relevant experience, including at least 7 years in a managerial role overseeing large-scale programs or contracts.
+ Proven experience in contract compliance, program planning, and resource management.
+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with high-level government and agency representatives.
+ Demonstrated leadership abilities with a track record of successfully managing complex technical programs.
+ Secret Clearance Required.
**Preferred qualification** :
+ Previous experience supporting NASA or other federal contracts (facilities & Logistics programs)
+ Knowledge of spaceport operations, facilities management, or ground system support.
+ Familiarity with NASA policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
**Key Competencies:**
+ Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making
+ Exceptional Project and Program Management Skills
+ Proficient in Risk and Compliance Management
+ Leadership and Team Development
+ Strong Customer-Focused Communication
**Job ID**

**Work Type**
On-Site
**Company Description**
**Work Where it Matters**
Akima Support Operations (ASO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
**For our shareholders** , ASO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
**For our government customers** , ASO delivers comprehensive services for facilities, maintenance, and repair and critical services required to operate and sustain facilities and equipment of all sizes.
**As an ASO employee** , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at or (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
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Business Management Senior Manager (Secret Clearance) - Kennedy Space Center

32952 Merritt Island, Florida NANA Regional Corporation

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The Business Management Senior Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial, procurement, HR liaison, IT, and inventory management functions of the program. This individual will develop and lead a high-performing team to ensure efficient business operations, financial management, and compliance with corporate and government regulations. The role requires a strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments to drive financial and operational success.
Position is contingent upon contract award
**Responsibilities**
**Financial Management & Strategic Planning**
+ Provide financial expertise and support to the Program Manager (PM), ensuring effective financial planning, forecasting, and reporting.
+ Lead the accounting team to ensure accurate financial data input, analysis, and corporate compliance.
+ Develop, analyze, and manage the program's financial operating model, budgets, and key performance metrics.
+ Monitor financial expenditures and implement cost control measures to align with budgetary goals.
+ Conduct make/buy analyses to optimize cost efficiency and support in-house service delivery.
+ Collaborate with PM and Operations Manager to forecast work activities, integrating them into financial projections and Estimates at Completion (EACs).
+ Oversee the creation, maintenance, and alignment of the project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) with financial reporting and time tracking.
+ Ensure timely and accurate invoice preparation, tracking, and funding reconciliation in alignment with contract modifications.
**Procurement & Contract Management**
+ Manage a team responsible for procurement, including vendors, subcontractors, and materials acquisition.
+ Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and maintain delegated purchasing authority up to $100K.
+ Oversee the preparation of vendor service agreements, subcontract agreements, and purchase orders in accordance with government and corporate regulations.
+ Develop proposals for government RFPs and additional service requests.
+ Successfully complete annual procurement audits and ensure full compliance with FAR, contract terms, and corporate policies.
+ Maintain oversight of P-Card purchases, ensuring timely monthly reconciliations.
**Property Control & Inventory Management**
+ Oversee the management of Government-Furnished Property (GFP), Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE), and company-owned assets.
+ Ensure an effective inventory management plan, including regular audits, records maintenance, and reporting.
+ Conduct monthly and annual inventory assessments to ensure compliance with contract and corporate requirements.
**HR Liaison & Workforce Management**
+ Act as the primary HR liaison, collaborating with the Corporate HR team on hiring, onboarding, compliance, and personnel management.
+ Support recruitment efforts by posting job openings, coordinating with recruiting agencies, and participating in job fairs.
+ Ensure all contract and corporate HR reporting requirements are met.
+ Manage training and certification programs for the Business Office team, ensuring compliance with role-specific qualifications.
**Operational Excellence & Compliance**
+ Develop and maintain project performance metrics to assess operational efficiency and inform CPAR development.
+ Ensure accurate and timely corporate and customer reporting and communications in all areas of responsibility.
+ Assist in tracking contractual deliverables, obligations, and compliance requirements.
+ Maintain all essential project documentation on SharePoint, including contracts, modifications, budgets, schedules, financial reports, deliverables, and invoices.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
+ 15+ years of progressive experience in finance, business operations, or program management, including at least 6 years in a leadership role.
+ Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance within a complex, government-regulated environment.
+ Strong knowledge of Deltek Costpoint and government contract financial management.
+ Experience leading teams across multiple business functions, including finance, procurement, and HR support.
+ Active Secret Clearance required.
**Job ID**

**Work Type**
On-Site
**Company Description**
**Work Where it Matters**
Akima Support Operations (ASO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
**For our shareholders** , ASO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
**For our government customers** , ASO delivers comprehensive services for facilities, maintenance, and repair and critical services required to operate and sustain facilities and equipment of all sizes.
**As an ASO employee** , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at or (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
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