USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Chief Engineer, Exploration Ground Systems
Kennedy Space Center, Florida, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $215K/yr
5+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Chief Engineer for the Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) Program at Kennedy Space Center. The role involves providing engineering expertise and technical advice regarding launch systems development and spacecraft processing for Artemis launch systems.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Defines operational requirements and researches, develops, performs analyses of, integrates, and evaluates aerospace and aeronautical flight systems, vehicles, payloads, and ground support systems as a part of the development of some or all aspects of flight systems or projects
Directs the technical activities within the Engineering organization and supporting stakeholders. The EGS CE integrates the activities of Artemis ground systems development and operational input to design of flight systems, including Orion and the Space Launch System, as well as activities with contractors performing engineering, development, and operations at KSC
Responsible for the technical excellence and implementation of ETA that utilizes Agency-wide engineering capability to address Artemis ground processing issues
Leads the EGS engineering team comprised of civil servants and contractors (system managers, subsystem managers, system engineers, project engineers, software developers, and analysts) in the generation of options and balanced technical recommendations to resolve technical issues and brings them forward to management for resolution. Communicates/elevates issues and resolution plans to Engineering Directorate management, NASA Office of the Chief Engineer, and EGS Program Management
Leads and manages multi-discipline technical teams to resolve complex technical problems, implements the ETA process formal dissents are heard and properly addressed in accordance with Agency guidelines and the KSC Technical Authority Implementation Plan
Serves as the Engineering Directorate technical representative to the EGS Program, responsible for defining Artemis operational ground requirements, performing analyses, integrating, and evaluating flight systems, vehicles, payloads, and ground support systems to ensure EGS readiness for Artemis (EGS, SLS, and Orion) ground operations, launch, and post launch activities. Responsible for evaluating technical issues and requirements and for providing the optimal technical solutions or alternatives for to meet Artemis milestones and Agency goals
Serves as a member of the KSC Senior Management Team
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life sciences, computer science, or other field of science
Candidates must be a recognized subject matter expert with at least 1 year of directly related experience equivalent to the GS-15 level in technical engineering management that includes the design and development of human-rated space flight projects and ground operations
Experience in performing independent in-depth technical assessments, analyses, and producing technical engineering solutions
Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, your resume must also address each of the Senior Level (SL) Evaluation Criteria listed below
Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required by the position
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
Must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement
Preferred
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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