[Hiring] Administrative / Management @Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

Role Description

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

• 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, performs 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.

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:
  • 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.
  • OR Completed all requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree in an appropriate field.
  • OR 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.
  • OR LL.B or J.D, if related.
  • OR Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed above.
• To qualify for GS-11, you must have:
  • 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.
  • OR Completed all requirements for a doctoral degree (i.e., Ph.D. or equivalent) in an appropriate field.
  • OR 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.
  • OR LL.M., if related.
  • OR Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed 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.

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.
• Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance.
• Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ 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 September 15, 2026.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.