Business Administrator III

Job Details New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL. Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence. The Component Engineering, Technology & Assurance Office (1140) is seeking a motivated and experienced Business Administrator III . This position is well suited for an individual who thrives balancing multiple priorities and excels in a fast-paced environment.  The ideal candidate will have previously demonstrated a strong sense of collaborative, team player philosophy, knowledge of applicable Laboratory policies and procedures, as well as excellent teaming and communication skills, professionalism, a strong work ethic, a process improvement mindset, and the ability to provide excellent customer service.  As a member of the 7012 Component Engineering, Technology & Assurance Business Team, you report to the Section Business Manager while supporting the section’s management in all aspects of business and administrative duties.  Tasks Include but not limited to:  Assist the Section Business Manager with a variety of activities including budget planning and financial analysis, reporting, rewards and recognition, WAM creations, various human resources activities, workforce analysis, facilities, safety, and property management. Preparing or coordinating monthly and/or quarterly scheduled and ad-hoc financial analyses, reports and data as requested by management for strategic planning, performance reporting, and forecasting. Prepare Service Department Planning Packages and understand the multiple factors that impact Service Department rates and Project Life Cycle (PLC). Analyze Service Department project base, productive/non-productive work, workforce needs and maintain Service Department Work in Process (WIP) orders.  Provide budgeting and financial support to multiple section staff for proposals. Present Service Department financials and rate details to upper management.   Work closely with MAM’s, CAM’s, and Project Lead’s to identify project needs and impacts to our Service Department and the PLC rates.  Support the section’s Business Manager on requisitions (Pos and Personnel), promotions, Market target Point (MTP) Discussions, Annual Salary Review (ASR).  Lead NASA and JPL awards administration for the Section.  Serve as Point of Contact and Subject Matter Expert for Workday,…