Summary

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Johnson Space Center or White Sands Test Facility or Langley Research Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the following series and at any grade level listed in this announcement (GS-0301, 0343, 0346 at the GS-09/11/12/13/14/15 levels).

Duties

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• Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
• Leads complex organizational studies and program evaluations to assess effectiveness, identify improvements, and recommend solutions. Translates analytical findings into actionable strategies for senior leadership consideration.
• Directs enterprise-level programs and operations of broad scope and complexity. Establishes program objectives, evaluates outcomes, and ensures alignment with organizational priorities and senior leadership direction.
• Directs coordination across organizational components, functional offices, and external partners to integrate requirements and ensure cohesive program delivery at the enterprise level.
• Develops, coordinates, and promulgates enterprise-wide policies and procedural guidance. Evaluates the impact of proposed and enacted policy changes and advises senior leadership on implementation strategies and organizational implications.
• Represents the organization in high-level forums, interagency bodies, and executive-level engagements. Builds and manages relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders to advance organizational goals and program objectives.
• Serves as a principal advisor to executive leadership on complex programmatic, administrative, and organizational matters. Provides authoritative recommendations that directly inform senior-level decisions and strategic direction.
• For supervisory positions, you will perform a full range of supervisory duties which includes assigning and evaluating work; recommending personnel actions; taking disciplinary actions; and identifying training needs and developing employees.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• This position may require a one-year probationary period. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. **See Additional Information section**
• You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance. Investigation/Clearance may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
• Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
• A one -year supervisory probationary period may be required.
• To be considered for employment, you must submit your complete application by 11:59 PM ET on July 13, 2026.

Qualifications

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

To qualify for GS-09 level, you must have:

a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level:

• Applying relevant regulations, policies, or guidelines and coordinating with stakeholders to support program or organizational objectives.

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b) Completed all requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field

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c) Completed 2 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field

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d) LL. B or J.D, if related

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e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above

To qualify for GS-11, you must have:

a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level:

• Conducting analytical, policy, or program work;
• Coordinating with multiple stakeholders or functional areas to accomplish program objectives.

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b) Completed all requirements for a doctoral degree (i.e., Ph.D. or equivalent) in an appropriate field

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c) Completed 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree in an appropriate field

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d) LL.M., if related

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e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above

To qualify for GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level:

• Supporting analytical, program, or administrative functions;
• Coordinating across organizational components to integrate requirements and support program objectives.

To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level:

• Supporting complex analytical, program, or administrative functions;
• Advising senior officials on complex issues;
• Working across organizational levels to support program or mission objectives.

To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level:

• Managing enterprise-level programs, functions, or analytical efforts;
• Developing policy or strategic guidance;
• Exercising oversight responsibility for program operations and outcomes.

To qualify for GS-15, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level:

• Providing oversight for enterprise-level programs or functions;
• Developing agency-level policy or strategic guidance;
• Advising executive or senior leadership on critical programmatic and organizational matters.

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.

Promotion Potential: The full performance level (FPL) will vary based on the position in which the selectee is placed and does not default to the highest grade advertised.

Education

Basic Requirement: GS-09/11 levels

If you are using education completed in the United States to meet the qualification requirements, your degree must have been awarded from a college or university that is accredited by a recognized accrediting organization. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, go to http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.

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 private organization 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, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

All degrees must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation

Additional information

In the Announcement Questionnaire, you will be prompted to select the location, occupational series (select as many as desired), and lowest grade you wish to be considered for.

Supervisory and/or non-supervisory positions may be filled from this announcement at any applicable grade.

Other duty locations not specifically listed on this announcement may be considered at management's discretion.

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement.

If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must:

- Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility.

- Meet the minimum qualifications requirements for the position

- Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents'

For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/#ictap.

Any applicant that received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) from the federal governmentwithin the last five years based of the closing date of this announcement, if selected, may be required to repay the full amount prior to establishing a start date. For additional information on the VSIP repayment requirement, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/voluntary-separation-incentive-payments/.

Per Executive Order 14343, this position is not part of a bargaining unit.

Probationary Period

You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;

• the needs and interests of the agency;

• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and

• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Supervisory probationary periods are not subject to the above process, although, if a standard probationary period is required. You are subject to the conditions of both a standard probationary period and the supervisory probationary period.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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