Serve as the NASA Deputy Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO). Leads NASA's AI strategy, planning, policy, and governance. Provide direct support to the Chief AI and Data Officer on AI topics and develops AI implementation plans to maximize value while managing risks. Build cross-agency relationships; develop shared awareness; equip the workforce with tools and training; and assure responsible AI use. Advance the adoption of AI to bolster Mission effectiveness and create efficiencies.

Duties

Direct activities in support the CAIO and agency senior decision-making forums, on a full range of AI topics leading to innovative, responsible, and ethical use of AI and NASA compliance with executive orders, laws, and federal directives. Collaboratively develop a portfolio of AI capabilities and lead cross functional teams to accelerate the integration of AI capabilities; propel AI use-case exploration and adoption; identify and remove barriers to agency AI innovation and adoption. Draft and publish AI strategy, policy, and related documents to guide agency adoption in a safe, secure, responsible manner that enhance the NASA mission and align with federal directives, executive orders, and laws. Institute and manage agency AI oversight, such as a senior AI governance board, an AI working group, or similar; to enable responsible use of AI as required by executive orders and OMB directives, in coordination with relevant agency officials. Develop and oversee AI learning programs that prepare the NASA workforce to gain maximum value from AI capabilities while also assuring responsible and ethical use. Lead NASA’s recurring AI inventory to meet federal AI reporting needs and facilitate AI teamwork across NASA; guide the assessment of safety or rights-impacting AI use and establish control mechanisms to govern their oversight and use. Develop external partnerships with other government agencies, industry, and academia to identify AI capabilities, opportunities, and best practices; leverage gained knowledge to accelerate value across NASA and build trust with mission stakeholders. Participate in Federal AI bodies on behalf of NASA, such as the Chief AI Officer Council or subordinate working groups; develop cross-government relationships to learn from others and share NASA approaches. 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.
• You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• 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.
• 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.
• This position may require a one-year probationary period.

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. GS-15: To qualify at the GS-15 level, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level Applying advanced technical and policy knowledge in Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning (AI/ML) for developing and implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) strategies, governance boards, and policies; Developing and leading a multi-faceted program that represents a series of interrelated and interdependent initiatives that lead to innovative use of AI capabilities that improve operational effectiveness; Providing leadership and direction that inspire teamwork and collaboration between teams, working groups, and across an organization leading towards the accomplishment of AI objectives. 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address NASA Headquarters 300 E St SW Washington, DC 20546 US
• Name: NASA Shared Services Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-677-2123
• Email: [email protected]