Information Technology Specialist (Direct Hire)

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. You may meet the basic requirements through substitution of education for experience (GS-11 only). To qualify for the GS-11, you must have: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level: Providing technical expertise to a team or organization in the area of real-time simulation hardware, software, networks, cyber-security, application software, operating systems, data management, communication protocols and system administration; Performing systems administration tasks such as applying cyber-security policies and risk mitigation controls on high-performance computer systems using Linux operating systems; Assisting with the testing and analysis of high-performance computer system operability and compatibility. OR b) Completed all requirements for a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree with (1) a major in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management OR (2) a major that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more fields of computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management, and that required the development or adaptation of applications, systems, or networks. OR c) Completed 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree with (1) a major in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management OR (2) a major that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of fields of computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management, and that required the development or adaptation of applications, systems, or networks. To qualify for GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level: Serving on a team responsible for real-time simulation hardware, software, networks, cyber-security, application software, operating systems, data management, communication protocols and system administration; Making recommendations on cyber-security policies and risk mitigation controls for high-performance computer systems using Linux operating systems; Testing high-performance computer systems to evaluate operability and compatibility and troubleshooting and mitigating issues and anomalies discovered during testing; AND IF you are qualifying based on experience, you MUST also have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below: Attention to Detail – Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service – Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication – Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving – Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make 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.
As a Simulation Systems Specialist with the Mission Support Division, Simulations Engineering Branch you will be responsible for supporting a team of Software and Hardware Engineers in the development of real-time flight simulation systems. You will provide technical expertise in the area of real-time simulation hardware, software, networks, cyber-security, application software, operating systems, data management, communication protocols and system administration.