Training and Conference Manager (Temporary)

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 Training and Conference Manager to join the Amentum HR team!

Location: Work will be performed at the Johnson Space Center (JSC), Amentum Houston Office, as well as Hybrid/Remote. 

Period of Performance: Through September 30, 2025

The EA Training and Conference Manager will oversee the coordination, approval, and administration of training and conference activities for the JSC Engineering Directorate (EA) Office (EA1). This role is essential in transitioning training and conference coordination under the EA Academy while supporting the broader mission of workforce development and professional training within the JSC Engineering Project Management and Systems Engineering Division (EX).

The ideal candidate will provide oversight of training processes, manage budgets and approval workflows, facilitate compliance with training requirements, and coordinate conference attendance and fellowship programs. Additionally, this role will support the EA Academy Lead in implementing learning initiatives, curriculum development, and engagement activities to foster professional growth among EA employees.

Key Responsibilities:
Training and Conference Coordination:

• Act as the EA SATERN Administrator, reviewing and approving all training requests while generating reports for Administrative Officers and managers.
• Oversee the EA Training Approval and Budget Tool, ensuring appropriate allocation and documentation of training funds.
• Manage the approval process for training-related requests, including 182 forms for training, conferences, and fellowships.
• Serve as a point of contact for all Center and Agency human resource development initiatives, ensuring alignment with workforce training needs.
• Conduct EA Training Needs Assessments and surveys in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Maintain training fund allocations and track spending plans, ensuring alignment with EA Training Goals, including annual training activities, keynote speakers, retreats, and specialized training sessions.
• Coordinate training funding sources from Center training funds (via Human Resources) and Supplemental Training Funds (EA13).
• Organize and execute annual EA employee keynote speaker sessions.
• Ensure compliance with conference guidelines and policies, serving as a liaison with Center contacts.

EA Fellowship Program Administration:

• Develop and