General Engineer, AST, Technical Management (Direct Hire)

In addition to the Basic Education Requirement (in the Education section below), to qualify for this position you must meet the requirements below. 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. 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-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level: Developing or implementing systems engineering processes requirements and/or verification development for a human spaceflight program; Leading or supporting teams in identifying and resolving complex technical challenges related to human spaceflight hardware, such as environmental control life support systems and/or thermal systems; Identifying and managing technical, cost, and schedule-related programmatic risks, including communication to management. 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 Environmental and Thermal Integration Lead for the Gateway Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) Project Office, you will oversee the process of designing, developing, testing, certifying, and delivering the HALO Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS) and Thermal Systems. In this role, you will lead a team of engineers and stakeholders, including government and contractor representatives, to facilitate decision-making, ensuring timely hardware delivery and certification.