Mission Assurance Manager III - National Defense

Ball Aerospace is powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus. We pioneer discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. We create innovative space solutions, enable more accurate weather forecasts, drive insightful observations of our planet, deliver actionable data and intelligence, and ensure those who defend our freedom go forward bravely and return home safely.
At our core, we're passionate, committed people who believe together we can achieve extraordinary things. We work collaboratively with each other, our customers and partners to solve the world's greatest challenges. That means listening to one another, providing feedback and partnering across all levels. We value our inclusive culture where everyone is heard equally and creativity thrives. Each team member is fully invested in our mission and we bring an energy to work every day that propels our business and motivates us all to Go Beyond.®
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The Security and Mission Assurance Strategic Capabilities Unit provides discriminating support to the business to ensure success. We focus on threat identification, risk assessment, and mitigation while improving the efficiency of the business through effective governance and analysis of process, data and overall business knowledge. Visit https://vimeo.com/800980005/cf02cb0bc2 to learn more about our Mission Assurance Manager roles at Ball Aerospace!
Mission Assurance Manager III - National Defense
In Security and Mission Assurance, we deliver Quality, Performance, Information Security and Risk Management capability to the Business, to protect our People, Data and Missions. Our organization has an unwavering focus on technical diligence, risk adaptability and customer relationships, partnering with the Program, the Customer and Engineering to deliver Mission Success; we are looking for someone who carries those same values. Will you be our next champion to help us "Go Beyond with Ball"?
As the Mission Assurance Manager (MAM), you will be a key member, partner, and leader within the mission Program Office. The MAM leads the Mission Assurance and Specialty Engineering Integrated Product Team, and is responsible for establishing a culture of quality, performance and mission success, by actively managing technical risk, participating in program decision making, assisting in technical reviews and championing anomaly resolution.
The phrase, "People, Data & Mission" embodies what Security & Mission Assurance delivers to the business, as we strive to be a true mission partner.
What You'll Do:

• Be a visionary contributor to the program leadership team consisting of; Program Office, Engineering, AI&T and other Subject Matter Experts. Collaboratively evaluating and managing risk to deliver space hardware, systems and missions while balancing technical requirements and risks against program constraints with proactive advocacy.
• Cultivate effective working relationships within the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units, and the Mission Area. Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Derive Mission Assurance requirements for a program, based on flown requirements, industry standards, and Mission operational environment subject matter expertise.
• Spearhead execution of Mission Assurance requirements from implementation, through verification and validation.
• Own the implementation of standard company processes for assigned program(s) by development and execution of program unique Mission Assurance Plan(s), through each of the assigned functional disciplines.
• Be a contributor to technical discussions regarding quality assurance and specialty engineering design aligned to mission risk objectives and goals
• Lead anomaly and failure review board processes, coordinating Subject Matter Expertise as required,
• Own communication channels and interface with Program Customer Mission Assurance representatives.
• Build out a budgetary and schedule plans for Mission Assurance tasks and activities over the course of a program lifecycle. Investigate and disseminate reporting of project metrics to develop a continuous feedback loop of improvement. Champion and envision process improvement for current and future programs.
• Align and organize the Mission Assurance Integrated Product Team (EEE Parts Engineering, Reliability, Radiation Effects, Hardware and Software Quality, Materials and Processes Engineering, Contamination Control, Systems Safety, and more)
• Be adaptable; navigating between strategic thought and tactical implementation in technical and programmatic settings with various stakeholders.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

What You'll Need:

• BS/BA in related field plus 12 years or more related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance preferred.
• Leadership skills to Inspire and Connect with team members, customers and subject matter experts to provide program Mission Assurance leadership and Achieve Mission Success preferred.
• Technical background to engage the MA team for in design, production/test readiness, and other reviews and audits with the ability to make risk-informed decisions preferred.
• Interpersonal skills to foster advisor relationships with Program Management, other program team leads, and on-site customers as required preferred.
• Presentation skills to formally present information and communicate effectively with Program Management, Executive Leadership and Customers preferred.
• Experience with scheduling, budgeting, and milestone monitoring as well as reviewing technical reports to assure technical and contractual compliance preferred.

Full-Time On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site full-time. Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.
Working Conditions:

• Ball Aerospace is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in Colorado and other states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.
• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

A current DoD clearance and/or SCI access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position, however applicant must be willing and eligible for submission within 60-90 days after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access. By applying to this position, you are agreeing to complete a National Security Clearance Pre-Screen Questionnaire to evaluate your general ability to obtain the required security clearance or government customer access associated with this position.
Relocation for this position is available.
Compensation & Benefits:

• HIRING SALARY RANGE: $157,500 - $216,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
• This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site.

US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED
Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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