Supervisory 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: Developing and coordinating applied aerospace research activities, including collaboration with internal and external stakeholders; Managing teams for research related to aerospace flight systems across various flight regimes; Collaborating with diverse groups while advancing organizational goals. 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 the Chief of the Ames Aeronautics Systems Analysis Office, you will lead a team that conducts conceptual-level evaluations of advanced aeronautics concepts and technologies. You will oversee system-level studies, simulations, database development and analysis to assess the performance, feasibility, and impacts of new aerospace innovations. You will provide strategic insights for NASAs aeronautics programs, guide research priorities and shape the development of next-generation aircraft.