Serves as a Lead Technician in the Manufacturing Applications Branch at Langley Research Center (LaRC) responsible for planning, estimating, scheduling, and expediting the fabrication of one-of-a-kind unique test articles. Has expertise in the fabrication of metallic components using conventional and numerical control machining equipment for the fabrication of hardware for aerospace and scientific programs at LaRC.

Duties

Oversee the execution of manufacturing and production of test requirements for vehicle flight systems, test articles, assemblies, and components. Coordinate and schedule high-level meetings and briefings, maintain and, as necessary, develop selected reports to assist senior level staff with the management of tasks and projects. Participate in basic concept and feasibility studies, and designs, develops and tests new or modified equipment prior to release for production to ensure reliability and safety of the equipment. Perform advisory services in the specialty area to those who design, test, produce, supply, operate, repair, and dispose of test articles and equipment. Determine or recommend the requirements for the appropriate (spare) parts, tools, and operating instructions to support equipment during fabrication or tests. Advise in developing production procedures and techniques where intensive knowledge of the equipment is required. 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

• Position subject to pre-employment background security investigation.
• Current Federal employees must meet qualifications, time in grade, and 90 days after competitive appointment requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

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-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service: Leading or providing support in the completion of daily tasks within machine shop operations to include: programming and operation of multi-axis, computer numerical control (CNC) metal fabrication machines, or producing aerospace components and test articles; Supporting the execution of projects related to at least one of the following: facilities, equipment, lifting and rigging of large test articles, metal fabrication, airframe modification and repair, machining or installing instruments; Communicating with various audiences (e.g. researchers, technicians, senior leaders, internal or external customers) to provide guidance, status updates, or assistance. 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 Langley Research Center 1 NASA Dr Hampton, VA 23666 US
• Name: NASA Shared Services Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-677-2123
• Email: [email protected]