Computer Engineer, AST, Data Systems (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-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level: Participating on teams of engineers providing support for cost, technical, and schedule performance of aerospace/spacecraft control center systems; Participating in the design and develop of tools and capabilities for mission critical aerospace/spacecraft control centers; Evaluating and making recommendations to the improvement of mission critical information technology systems. 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.
This position serves as a Senior Computer Systems Engineer with responsibility for the development, operations, and sustainment of Mission Control Center Systems (MCCS) at NASAs Johnson Space Center. The Mission Control Center supports the International Space Station (ISS), Artemis, and other human spaceflight programs.