NASA Job Opportunities in the Science Mission Directorate (SMD)

There are several vacancies in the Science Mission Directorate in the Planetary Science Division. These job announcements will open for applications on Friday, December 13, 2024, and close on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.

The opportunities will be Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcements and will only be open for 3 workdays. The short period that the announcement is open is due to the type of hiring authority, which streamlines the hiring process and assists with rapidly filling competitive positions. It is not a reflection of the openness of the position. This competitive announcement will be open to all U.S. Citizens and Status candidates.

Supervisory Physical Scientist, AST, Science Program Management (Direct Hire)

Series & Grade: GS-1301-15

Appointment Type: Permanent

Duty Location: Washington, DC

Vacancy link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/823892600

The Science Mission Directorate (SMD) at NASA Headquarters seeks a skilled individual to serve as a Supervisory AST Physical Scientist. As the Planetary Science Division's Planetary Defense Officer, you will be responsible for policies, procedures, operations schedules, resources, procurement, and funding for the Planetary Defense Coordination Office. You will lead a team of highly skilled engineers and scientists in managing an array of planetary defense activities.

Supervisory Physical Scientist, AST, Science Program Management (Direct Hire)

Series & Grade: GS-1301-15

Appointment Type: Permanent

Duty Location: Washington, DC

Vacancy link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/823873200

The Science Mission Directorate (SMD) at NASA Headquarters seeks a skilled individual to serve as Supervisory AST Physical Scientist serving as the Planetary Science Division Research and Analysis (RA) Director; you will be responsible for policies, procedures, operations schedules, resources, procurement, and funding for the RA group. You will lead a team of highly skilled scientists in managing an array of planetary science research program.

General Engineer, AST, Engineering Program Management (Direct Hire)

Series & Grade: GS-0801 14/15

Appointment Type: Permanent

Duty Location: Remote

Vacancy link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/823904600

The Science Mission Directorate (SMD) at NASA Headquarters seeks a skilled individual to serve as an AST General Engineer (Program Executive). You will lead the development and operations of Mars Exploration Program missions, including orbiters, rovers, landers, and/or technology programs. You will also lead the development of project budgets and coordinate Mars Exploration Program activities with international and interagency partners.