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NASA

Computer Scientist, AST, Computer Research and Development (Direct Hire)

NASA, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885


Serves as a

Computer Scientist

within the Information, Data, and Analytics Service Line (IDAS), you will architect systems that process and model data efficiently for advanced analytics. You will design and oversee the implementation of scalable, secure, and efficient technology solutions that align with NASA strategic goals. Engage with users to understand and automate their data workflows, and work closely with product managers to deliver high-quality data products.

Duties

Evaluate and integrate effective technical architectures for advanced data analytics, data visualization, artificial intelligence, and machine learning technologies to deliver solutions that meet NASA Mission and Mission Support needs.Design robust, scalable, and secure technology solutions that meet customer requirements, overseeing implementation and providing guidance to engineering, development, and delivery teams.Drive innovation and promote the adoption of advanced technologies to enhance data analysis capabilities, leading proof of concept work to explore new tools and demonstrate their value in NASA domains.Foster effective collaboration across NASA organizations and with external stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.Ensure that all technical architectures and implementations comply with relevant regulations and best practices, with a strong focus on security and risk management.Enhance the technical expertise of the team and contribute to the NASA knowledge base through continuous learning and mentorship.Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.

Requirements

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.You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, Bargaining Unit and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.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.Duty location will be determined upon selection and will be at one of the locations listed on the announcement. Selectee(s) will be required to work ON-SITE at the duty location selected.

Qualifications

In addition to the

Basic Education Requirement

(in the Education section below), to qualify for this position you must meet the requirements below. 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.NASA utilizes OPM-approved qualification and rating requirements specific for Aerospace Technology (AST) positions which recognizes NASA's unique aerospace work. The specific qualifications and minimum education requirements are further described below and within the education section of the job announcement.

To qualify for GS-14

You must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level:Providing guidance on the development and implementation of advanced applications and utilizing best practices for Data Architecture, Data Engineering, Data Analytics, and Data Visualization;Managing, evaluating, and analyzing large data sets to identify gaps and inconsistencies to improve data quality, and produce accurate data products;Communicating technical concepts in multi-disciplinary scientific, engineering and business domains while working across organizational boundaries, conducting technical presentations, and preparing reviews.

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

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