Information Technology Specialist (Systems Analysis) (Direct Hire)

Summary As an Information Technology Specialist (Systems Analysis) with the Intelligent Systems Division at NASA Ames Research Center, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software to support the Center's Intelligent Adaptive Systems core competency. You will lead the creation of software and tools that cover the full spectrum of research, design, and development phases, as well as project implementation and operation phases on flight missions. Responsibilities Direct, create, and manage innovative product development for information and data systems for NASA missions. Responsible for data requirements discovery and definition, design specifications, development, deployment, and functional operations of integrated ground, flight, or enterprise data systems. Ensure data systems are designed and implemented so that users of the data systems have sufficient information to interpret the data and make decisions through the use of robust, granular metadata, and thorough documentation of data elements. Ensure proper software integration for systems with multiple, disparate data sources and develops software architectures that improve data analysis, processing stability, and / or throughput for increased science return for NASA missions. Serve as a subject matter expert for various information and data systems, writing proposals, analyzing and defining requirements, conducting technical evaluations, and making recommendations to management within the functional areas of expertise. 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 Conditions of Employment 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-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level. Developing, implementing, and maintaining software for efficient and safe operation of spacecraft, aircraft, engineered, or information systems; Providing oversight of training objectives, plans, and processes for the operation of spacecraft, aircraft, engineered, or information systems; Troubleshooting, documenting, and resolving the occurrence of anomalies in the operation of spacecraft, aircraft, engineered, or information systems. AND IF you are qualifying based on experience, you MUST also have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below : Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. 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. Education Additional Information 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. This is a bargaining unit position. If additional selections are made, those positions may or may not be in a bargaining unit. To learn more about bargaining units at NASA please click here NASA Unions (Bargaining Units) | NASA.