Supervisory Electronics Engineer, AST, Data Hardware Systems

Full Job Description

You will serve as a Supervisory Electronics Engineer (Branch Chief) of the Simulation Engineering Branch within the Research and Engineering Directorate directing all Branch activities including the work of engineers and other branch personnel.

You will lead a team of highly skilled engineers and technicians in the development and operation of highly complex and specialized simulation systems which enable Armstrong Flight Research Center to be the leader in high-risk atmospheric flight research.

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 for GS-15, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level: Integrating advanced aircraft simulation systems, including hardware, software, and control systems; Applying systematic processes and investigative techniques to develop aerospace, aeronautical, or related equipment and systems; and Providing technical advice on engineering project or program integration, and testing and resolving problems that impact at least one of the following: addressing critical timelines; assessing technical risk; allocating resources; determining compatibility of systems and subsystems; or evaluating project performance.

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. Major Duties:

• Performs supervisory duties to include establishing performance expectations, developing work improvement plans, providing advice and counsel, approving leave requests, and ensuring subordinates are trained and in compliance with safety regulations.
• Serves as the Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) steward, expert, and technical authority in the areas of simulation of unique research aircraft; flight research ground facilities; and flight systems hardware and software.
• Advises and informs AFRC users, other research Centers, and NASA personnel on results of simulation research, development and testing. Coordinates with simulation leads at other NASA research centers to optimize capabilities.
• Applies technical expertise and leadership to develop innovative techniques for the implementation, integration, verification and validation of systems to develop and test complex and unique research aircraft configurations.
• Participates in negotiations with contractors. Conducts technical evaluations of contractor proposals, reviewing contractor work performance.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with program managers and works closely with their representatives to ensure that concerns such as proper facility or systems requirements and adequate funding are met.
• Performs a full range of supervisory duties which also includes assigning and evaluating work; recommending personnel actions; taking disciplinary actions; and identifying training needs and developing employees.