Supervisory AST, Data 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 at the GS-15 level, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level: Providing technical expertise and leadership in aerospace flight or ground systems for instrument, spacecraft, payload, mission, control/operations center, and/or ground station satellite communication network development; Leading and/or performing the integration, testing, and implementation of requirements for a flight, ground or software system; Developing and making presentations to senior leadership, stakeholders, and/or the public. 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.
The Software Engineering Division is seeking candidates to serve as the Head of the Science Data Processing Branch. You will provide technical and administrative oversight of personnel and contribute to project/program planning and staffing. Work includes specification through operations of data systems for the acquisition, production, and distribution of data products supporting NASAs missions.