General Engineer, AST, Flight Systems Training and Operations (Direct Hire)
19 hours ago
Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties a.....
- Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
- Provides engineering leadership in the development, definition, and integration of overall operations requirements. Supports the definition and development of concepts, ground rules, and techniques for human spaceflight operations.
- Analyzes and resolves joint issues and constraints of both pre-flight and real-time operations. This includes developing and executing clear, concise communication in a real-time operational environment.
- Represents the organization as a senior Flight Controller for human spacecraft at various technical and operational meetings with other NASA and Government elements, commercial partners and with contractor personnel.
- Leads mission, spacecraft, operational product development, and on-board software design activities ensuring constraints and requirements between mission objectives and vehicle capabilities are met while maximizing crew safety and mission success.
- Develops operations documentation to effectively accomplish mission objectives without compromising crew safety. Documentation includes flight rules, crew and ground procedures, operations support timelines, systems manuals, and console handbooks.
- Evaluates the performance of group personnel in training, informs the group lead of evaluation results, and provides oral and written critiques to the individual under evaluation. Recommends any additional training to ensure proficiency.
- Presents operations concepts, techniques, and proposed solutions to boards and panels containing diverse audiences of varying levels of NASA and contractor leadership.
- Fosters a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champions NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.
Starting at $83,671 Per Year (GS 11-13)
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