Scientist - Satellite Programs

Job Title
Scientist - Satellite Programs
Location
MD US (Primary)
Category
General Laborer, Scientist
Job Type
Full-Time
Compensation Minimum (USD)
Compensation Maximum (USD)
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Citizenship Status Required
U.S. Citizen
Security Clearance Required
None
Job Description

• Employment Category: Full-Time/Regular
• Location: NCWCP College Park, MD
• Travel : Some travel may be required both locally and domestically by car or plane.
• Security Clearance: None
• Citizenship: U.S.
• Salary: Depending on Experience

Job Description:
Science Support for Satellite Programs is staffed to meet the demand and serve other parts of NOAA with the goal to serve all of NOAA's demand for satellite data and imagery. The selected candidate shall:

• ensure that the management tasks are supported so that the coordination between STAR and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from industry, academia, and government is effective
• track the deliveries made to the various satellite programs to ensure that they are on time and within budget.
• deliver scientific support services across the full range of related requirements for observing system activities, to include satellite missions, and managing the space and Earth environmental data that results from those missions.

Specific responsibilities for personnel supporting these functions include, but may not be limited to, support for JPSS and GOES-R program managers with the following -

• Communication/coordination among science, algorithm integration, and management teams;
• Support of external satellite program requirements such as budget and schedule; and
• Support for maintaining and updating science teams' websites and overarching monitoring and quality assurance activities.

Job Requirements
The ability to manage and foster communication and coordination between individuals and teams, track deliverables, manage and track budgets, as well as providing scientific support as required across the contract.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Budget Analysis, Education and Training, Financial Management, International Cooperation, Management and Program Analysis, Program Management, Technical Writing and Editing, or related field. A background in Science Support is highly preferred.
We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.