Summary The NASA Engineering and Safety Center (NESC) Chief Engineer performs value-added independent in-depth technical assessments; independent engineering and safety and mission assurance trend analysis; independent systems engineering analysis; and supports major programs or institutions in the resolution of technical issues. Amended closing date to Monday, 2/5/24. Responsibilities The Chief Engineer, NESC (AFRC): Performs independent in-depth technical assessments; independent engineering and safety and mission assurance trend analysis; independent systems engineering analysis; and supports major programs or institutions in the resolution of technical issues. Provides direct insight into the major programs and provides NESC expertise and resources external to the program/project to resolve issues. Stays current on all issues and supports the programs and institutions at resident Center. Negotiates with Center and Program leaders for use of Center resources in support of NESC Technical Assessments and implementation of NESC recommendations. Identifies, assesses, mitigates, and prioritizes technical risks in programs and projects and recommends actions to initiate, modify, or discontinue projects based on technical evaluations. Fosters regular open communication with the program's Safety and Mission Assurance (SMA), programs/projects at resident Center and engineering communities at resident Center. Participates on boards/panels, contributes to Technical Discipline Teams and supports Principal Engineers with assessments. Serves as a voting member of the NESC Review Board (NRB). Reviews assessment requests, clarifies issues, performs risk assessments, recommends NESC courses of action, develops associated cost ROM, and presents information to NRB. Serves as a non-voting member of their respective Program's technical review boards, with authority to request action from the program/board. Fosters and continually drives a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence, and innovation within and outside of the organization and NASA. Champions the Agency's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) and creates an environment and culture that promotes and enables the Agency's commitment to safety, inclusion, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Candidates must be a recognized subject matter expert with at least 1 year of directly related experience equivalent to the GS-15 level in cross-cutting and/or multi-disciplined engineering fields in evaluating programs' technical decisions and supporting rationale; determining if and when independent assessments and/or technical support are warranted; and advising stakeholders through open communication on program issues (e.g., alternate technical positions, problem resolution, design trades, etc.). The examples of major NASA programs for NESC review include, but are not limited to: International Space Station, Commercial Crew, Space Launch System, Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, NASA Science and Aeronautics Programs, and Mars Exploration. 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. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you MUST address each Senior Level (SL) Evaluation Criteria separately not to exceed a total of ten (10) pages. If you fail to do so, your application will be rated ineligible. Please cite experience directly related to the specialized experience requirements (outlined above) when addressing the SL evaluation criteria #2 (Technical Excellence and Contributions) and SL evaluation criteria #5 (Corporate Cooperation and Technical Leadership Skills). For the full definition of the SL Evaluation Criteria and Process please click here. Please include your full name on all documents submitted. SL EVALUATION CRITERIA: 1. Education Level and Training 2. Technical Excellence and Contributions a. Experience/Accomplishments b. Technical and Strategic Problem Solving c. Information Transfer 3. Awards and Recognition 4. Outside Professional Activities 5. Corporate Cooperation and Technical Leadership Skills Education This position has a positive education requirement. To be eligible, you must clearly state in your resume the following: degree, major and/or minor, and college/university. 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. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a credential evaluation service that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs. These education credentials must be deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, click here. Additional Information Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.