Space Scientist, AST - Planetary Studies

About this role

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-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level: Applying models and tools to characterize the orbital debris environment and assess the risk of orbital debris generation and disposal methods; Developing and implementing orbital debris mitigation requirements for NASA programs and projects in accordance with NASA orbital debris policies and standards; Generating Orbital Debris Assessment Reports (ODAR) and End of Mission Plans (EOMP) for NASA programs and projects in accordance with NASA orbital debris policies and standards.

To qualify for GS-15, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level: Leading or conducting technical assessments, reviews, and compliance activities related to orbital debris mitigation measures for spaceflight missions; Planning, developing, and implementing orbital debris mitigation activities of major agency programs of national scope and impact; Consulting and advising on developing and implementing policies, guidelines, and orbital debris mitigation practices for spaceflight projects.

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. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of artificial intelligent (AI) or AI-assisted tools during the application process.