Aerospace Engineer, AST, Automation and Robotics 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 and overseeing AI projects from inception to deployment, ensuring alignment with technical objectives, budget constraints, and mission timelines; Providing expert guidance and direction in AI technologies, including machine learning, computer vision, autonomy, natural language processing, and data analytics, leveraging state-of-the-art AI methodologies; Fostering collaboration with industry partners, academia, and government agencies to leverage external expertise and resources in AI research and development. 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 a Senior Discipline Lead for AI/ML with the Spacecraft Software Engineering Branch, you will be responsible for leading cutting-edge AI initiatives and applications across our human spaceflight exploration and research programs and will play a crucial role in shaping the future of AI technologies, driving innovation, and leveraging AI to solve complex challenges related to many NASA missions.