Supervisory General Engineer, AST Technical Management

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 technical leadership, engineering advice, guidance and oversight on the development, implementation and integration of mission-critical goals and objectives; Leading multi-discipline engineering, scientific or technology programs, projects or task teams to conduct analyses, testing, and recommending solutions for technical issues encountered in development of aerospace hardware/software or systems for programs/projects; Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders on technical matters, aerospace systems integration, testing, or resolving problems that impact project performance. 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 providing leadership and management across the Engineering Directorate at Marshall Space Flight Center. The supervisor will oversee complex technical projects, guide cross-functional teams, and ensure the successful execution of engineering initiatives aligned with MSFC missions. Responsibilities include managing resources, staff development, performance evaluation, and implementing configuration and quality control processes.