Technical Fellow Cryogenics

Summary The Cryogenics Technical Fellow is a member of the NASA Engineering and Safety Center (NESC) and provides Agency-wide leadership in cryogenics in support of the Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE). The incumbent provides technical expertise to the Agency for addressing technical issues related to cryogenic system development and operation. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment The individual selected will be required to file an 'Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report' (OGE-278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978. Successful completion of a background investigation commensurate with the risk and sensitivity level of the position. Successful completion of pre-employment and random drug screening may be required. Must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifications Candidates must possess expert knowledge and at least 3 years of directly related specialized experience in cryogenic system development and operation, sub-disciplines, in areas such as: The properties, production, and storage of cryogens used in vehicle propulsion, life support, electrical power generation, and other flight applications. Cryocoolers, cryogenic fluid fittings (Quick Disconnects (QD's) and mechanical fittings), cryogenic testing and chemical analysis, and zero-g cryogenic fluid properties and control (two-phase transport, wetting phenomenon, surface tension, evaporant processes, condensation, and micro-gravity fluid separation). At least 1 year of this experience must have been in planning and executing difficult programs of national significance or planning and executing specialized programs that show outstanding attainments in the field of research or consultation. At least 1 year of the directly related specialized experience must be at least equivalent to experience at the GS-15 level. 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. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you MUST address each Scientific or Professional (ST) Evaluation Criteria separately not to exceed a total of ten (10) pages. If you fail to do so, your application will be rated ineligible. Please cite experience directly related to the specialized experience requirements (outlined above) when addressing the ST evaluation criteria #2 (Technical Excellence and Contributions) and ST evaluation criteria #5 (Corporate Cooperation and Technical Leadership Skills). For the full definition of the ST Evaluation Criteria and Process please click here. Please include your full name on all documents submitted. ST EVALUATION CRITERIA: 1. Education Level and Training 2. Technical Excellence and Contributions a. Experience/Accomplishments b. Technical and Strategic Problem Solving c. Publications and Information Transfer 3. Awards and Recognition 4. Outside Professional Activities 5. Corporate Cooperation and Technical Leadership Skills Education This position has a positive education requirement. To be eligible, you must clearly state in your resume the following: degree, major and/or minor, and college/university. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life sciences, computer science, or other field of science. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a credential evaluation service that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs. These education credentials must be deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, click here. Additional information Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance. NASA may discuss and consider candidate duty station location after selection, which means that the duties can be performed at any NASA location. The selected candidate will need to relocate and report to an on-site NASA location or duty station, which may be different from where he/she currently resides. 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. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits 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.