Program Specialist

Serves as a Program Specialist in the Engineering and Test Directorate at NASA's Stennis Space Center, supporting propulsion test operations by ensuring the operational readiness, reliability, and alignment of technical systems with test objectives, requirements, and facility capabilities. 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. Ensures integration of operational processes and test support requirements across engineering, operations, and safety functions to support propulsion testing. Plans and coordinates propulsion test activities by integrating technical requirements, operational constraints, and program considerations into schedules and work plans. Evaluates and improves operational and administrative processes, recommending changes to enhance efficiency, compliance, and mission effectiveness. Serves as a senior advisor to management on programmatic and operational impacts of technical findings, facility capabilities, and system performance. Coordinates across organizations to resolve complex issues affecting test readiness, execution, and mission objectives. Analyzes schedules, risks, and resource constraints, recommending adjustments to maintain program priorities and support mission success. Direct Hire Authority: These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and veterans' preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet. Veterans: Under the provisions of Direct Hire Authority, veterans' preference does not apply. However, applicants who are eligible for veterans' preference are encouraged to include that information in their application and submit supporting documentation (i.e. DD-214, or other substantiating documents). For more information please see: Veterans' Preference information on the FedsHireVets website. You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements outlined in this vacancy announcement. Please ensure your application materials and responses accurately reflect your experience and competencies, as misrepresentation may result in removal from consideration. You will be assessed on the following competencies: Information Management Technical Competence Technology Application Attention to Detail Some of these competencies will be assessed using a Written Interview technical assessment, while others may be evaluated during a structured interview. Candidates eligible for ICTAP/CTAP, reemployment priority or priority consideration will be referred before other candidates, as necessary. NASA considers paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. NASA will not ask you to disclose criminal history record information during the application process or before we make a conditional/tentative offer of employment. If you apply for this position and are selected, NASA will conduct a suitability/security background investigation after you accept a tentative job offer. If you feel you are asked to disclose your criminal history before you accept a tentative offer and wish to file a complaint within 30 days, please contact: Agency-FCCJ@NASA.gov.