Description

　　Support NASA missions! The Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) is a multi-mission science and flight operations center for NASA’s flagship observatories on the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus in Baltimore, Maryland. Learn more about our missions (https://www.stsci.edu/what-we-do) .

　　Your Role:

　　The manager of the Data Processing and Archive Services (DPAS) team provides leadership, supervision, technical direction and mentorship of a large, diverse team of astronomers and analysts. Join our team supporting astronomical data and services for NASA missions - HST, JWST, TESS and the future Roman Space Telescope. This team provides services related to data processing and archiving such as data receipt, archiving, catalog population, documentation, access, retrieval, analysis and helpdesk management. You will work with a team that is passionate about the work they do in support of astronomers around the world.

　　Our software applications include data processing pipelines and data management systems. Your job will be to lead the people and processes that support the data management system of today and help shape future innovations that will allow us to continue to be the premier archive for data-driven astronomy in the 21st century.

　　This position can support hybrid work. Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to our local market. (MD, DE, VA, PA, DC & WV).

　　Team Manager Responsibilities include:

　　Manage the DPAS team of 18 operating 3 active missions and 1 future mission, working in an agile environment.

　　Project management including coordination, detail planning and direction

　　Functional staff management including recruitment, mentorship, training and coaching

　　Advance the system to meet future needs of the astronomical community

　　Translate scientific needs into operational efficiency

　　Develop, maintain and support continuous improvement activities

　　Coordinate with other groups both within and outside STScI.

　　May require off hours work on occasion

　　Qualifications:

　　BS/BA in Engineering, Computer Science, Astronomy, Physics, or a related scientific or technical field

　　10+ years of progressive technical, management and leadership experience including large team leadership

　　Demonstrated effective communication skills.

　　Demonstrated experience operating a large complex system capable of processing and archiving large amounts of data

　　Experience working within an environment that supports a science community

　　Demonstrated project management experience

　　Demonstrated experience with operations in a cloud environment

　　Experience working with a DevOps team

　　BENEFICIAL SKILLS

　　Experience with large data sets and databases

　　Experience with operating data pipelines

　　Experience with managing large astronomical data sets

　　Experience with AWS

　　The salary range for this position is between $150,000 - $175,000. Substitution of additional relevant education and/or experience for stated qualifications may be considered. Compensation is commensurate with education, skills and experience. Our excellent benefits include: (https://www.stsci.edu/opportunities/benefits)

　　Employer retirement contribution – direct STScI contribution of 10% of your salary from your first day

　　12 days sick leave, up to 24 days’ vacation, and 10 paid holidays

　　Flexible work schedule with work/life balance

　　Comprehensive medical/dental/vision/prescription plans, and more!

　　TO APPLY: Please upload a resume and cover letter. Applications received by Friday, March 1, 2024 will receive full consideration. Applications received after this date will be considered until the position is filled.

　　Direct link: Data Processing & Archiving Team Manager (https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/SPA1004AURA/JobBoard/93330e50-7b3a-4ba8-94f2-6f32360aa4e1/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=cfa29545-8bd7-4f9b-bddf-c5b4c95c4bbb)

　　Explore all career opportunities at www.stsci.edu/opportunities

　　STScI offers a flexible and welcoming workspace for all. STScI embraces the diversity of our staff as a strategic priority in creating a first-rate community. We strongly encourage women, ethnic minorities, veterans, and disabled individuals to apply for these opportunities. Veterans, disabled individuals, or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process can contact us at [email protected] EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

　　As a leader in the astronomical community, AURA is committed to diversity and inclusion. AURA develops and supports programs that advance our organizational commitment to diversity, broaden participation, and encourage the advancement of diversity throughout the workforce www.aura-astronomy.org/diversity.asp

　　As a recipient of U.S. Government funding, AURA is considered a government contractor subject to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action regulations. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, AURA and all of the centers do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender identity expression, lawful political affiliations, veteran status, disability, and any other legally protected status under applicable federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws. The statements below, as well as the requests for self-identification, are required under these regulations. We encourage your participation in meeting these federal reporting requirements for protection and assisting us in our record-keeping and reporting. Your responses are kept strictly confidential.

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　　The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)