Aerospace Engineer, AST, Aerospace Flight Systems

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: Leading the development, test or evaluation of spacecraft or launch vehicles or support systems; Performing traditional engineering science disciplines (e.g., mechanical, electrical, materials, industrial, and chemical) or the physical science disciplines (e.g., physics, chemistry, and materials), or computer science, or advanced mathematics including statistics and probability; Balancing cost, risk, schedule, and technical aspects when providing recommendations. 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.
Serves as a Chief Engineer in the Chief Engineers Office (EE01). Provides policy direction, oversight, and assessment for engineering and ensures the continuity and application of critical knowledge throughout MSFCs engineering and program/project management workforce. Ensures that NASAs development efforts and mission operations are planned and conducted on a sound engineering basis with proper controls and management of technical risks.