Supervisor, FSEU Relay & Test/Linemen
Purpose and Scope
The FSEU Supervisor, Electrical Systems provides leadership and direct supervision to any combination of Access Control / Burglar technicians, Fire Alarm Life and Safety technicians, Generator Mechanics, High-Voltage electricians, Lineman, Low-Voltage electricians, Relay and Test electricians, Traffic Control technicians, and Tornado Area Warning System technicians under their assigned departments and within the parameters of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers). The Supervisor is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the daily operations and maintenance of electrical and protective systems and the preventative maintenance of onsite Facilities, Systems, Equipment, and Utilities (FSEU), and mission-based support of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Spaceport customers at Kennedy Space Center (KSC). This consists of but not limited to communicating and working side-by-side with multiple internal departments, NASA representatives, outside vendors and contractors to meet customer expectations, while meeting all contractual requirements associated within the department workload. The Supervisor is also responsible for both company and NASA owned real property assets (equipment, vehicles, and tools); as well as some facilities, structures, and buildings (staffed and unstaffed) that are assigned to the supervising departments.
Job Duties and Essential Responsibilities
Collect electrical and protective system requirements, manage supporting personnel, and on-call for all Spaceport launches and mission essential operations, 24/7/365, over the 144,000-acre government base of operations to include providing and maintaining a 10-mega-watt emergency powerplant and other life safety generator backed-up facilities.
Direct, manage, train, schedule work for, and mentor 20+ electrical and protective system personnel to meet contractual workload requirements and the constant tempo of change due to the NASA and Spaceport mission.
Conduct regular field audits of subordinates to ensure safe work habits, quality of work, and efficiency expectations are being met.
Recruit, interview, hire, and mentor new employee to ensure they are equipped for success.
Enforce and obey the collective bargaining agreement Ensure compliance for all safety requirements directed by EPA, OSHA, NASA, ANSI, FDEP, CFR, KNPR, and local policies in all aspects of shop duties and embed in the shop culture
Maintain and repairs the two main Kennedy Space Center 13,800-volt substation that provide all power to KSC power grid and commercial customers.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical controls to the two main Kennedy Space Center Chiller plants which include chillers, pumps, air-compressors, Motor Controls Centers, and Oxygen Deficiency Monitors.
Maintain and repairs all critical grounding and lightning systems for payload processing facilities Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair over 500 fire alarm systems, electronic security systems and tornado area warning systems at Kennedy Space Center Review electrical and protective system project plans and designs to ensure safety, accuracy, and superior workmanship.
Coordinate compliance with Federal, State, local, NASA, Space Force, FAA, USFA, DHS, and US Coast Guard laws, regulations, and requirements.
Act as primary Facility Manager for assigned FSEU structures and as an Alternate (backup) for additional facilities
Perform monthly walkdown of facilities, submit repair work orders, maintain safety compliance, conduct outage reviews, and provide concurrence.
Project manage the planning, coordinating, scheduling, and tracking of electrical and protective system work through completion while focusing on safety, compliance, maximizing efficiency and production and maintaining a healthy resource allocation.
Mitigate/Prioritize/Engineer resolutions of electrical and protective system issues that may impact completion dates and operation schedules.
Work side by side with Engineering to investigate root cause of electrical and protective systems and/or equipment disfunction/failure and develop corrective action plans
Provide specialized material and direct vendor information for procurement needs.
Spearhead pre-operation walkdowns to assist in planning of $50k+ projects.
Equipment custodian for all property assets, valuing in the multi-million-dollar range, which ensures top-level mission readiness for Spaceport operations.
Lead inspections of equipment and facilities prior to mission operations and/or launch operations therefore guaranteeing mission readiness.
Audit Work Orders (daily) for accuracy and profitability prior to concurrence and completion for invoicing.
Serve as a 24/7 POC for emergency situations and operations.
Track, audit, sign and approve weekly timesheets.
Identify, schedule, provide, and track completion of all technician training, including but not limited to all NASA, Federal, State, and company requirements as well as ensure technician access to secured facilities.
Attend and provide accurate shop and facility-related inputs in all daily, weekly, and monthly required meetings.
Serve as the primary contact with logistics, and coordinate/maintain an inventory system that emphasizes efficiency, accuracy, and material security.
Perform and delegate duties as DAC (Department Action Coordinator) for Hurricane Planning and act as an Alternate/Backup for the DHC (Department Head Coordinator) position.
Perform all other related duties as assigned by management.
Required Education/Certifications/Experience:
Ten (10) years’ Supervisor, Management or Leadership experience in Project, Workload or Construction Management and/or Maintenance or a related field.
Bachelor’s Degree (BS/BA). Equivalent experience may be substituted for degree.
5 years related experience in Electrical System projects (scheduling, coordinating, executing maintenance tasks or planning & estimating).
Ability to obtain all relevant FEMA certifications.
Ability to obtain all relevant specialty certifications/licenses, varies upon direct responsibilities.
Experience with union relations (Collective Bargaining Agreements).
Good communication, administrative and computer skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Education/Certifications/Experience:
Project Management Professional (PMP), Facility Management Professional (FMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) is desired.
Required Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to exercise sound judgement and reason.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals.
Ability to read and understand schematics & blueprints.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Must possess general knowledge of office routines to include scheduling, general office administration, and a working knowledge of standard computer software.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Other Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain and maintain required Government clearances/badges as required by program and position
Must have the ability to communicate in English, both verbal and written in an effective manner.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Position may require travel.
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
Must have dexterity to perform all duties required (office/field locations) by the position to include (but not limited to), standing, walking, using hands, stretching, stooping, kneeling, etc.
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibration.
The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and risk of electrical shock.
In some cases, work sites may be very loud, use of hearing protection may be required.
Compensation Details: USD
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: 05/21/2026 - 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.
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