Aerospace Engineer, AST, Theoretical Simulation Techniques

In addition to the Basic Education Requirement (in the Education section below), to qualify for this position you must meet the requirements below and have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade, which has equipped you with the particular competencies needed to successfully perform the duties of the position described above. NASA utilizes OPM-approved qualification and rating requirements specific for Aerospace Technology (AST) positions which recognizes NASA’s unique aerospace work. The specific qualifications and minimum education requirements are further described below and within the education section of the job announcement. To qualify for GS-15, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level: Providing formulation functions, strategic analysis, engineering expertise or technical leadership in the formulation, development and demonstration plans for lunar systems and operations and support efforts; Developing the architecture for systems such as Surface Systems, Logistics, and Utilities and Service, and Landing and Departures Zones; Applying the strategy or objectives of NASA documents for long-term goals of human exploration of the solar system. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA’s guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process.
As an AST, Theoretical Simulation Techniques engineer within the Advanced Engineering Development Branch, you will serve as a Technical Expert responsible for providing professional engineering expertise on assigned systems and operations such as Uncrewed Lunar Surface Systems and Moon-to-Mars Operations.