Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc., (AMA) is seeking to hire a Science Lead for the DEVELOP National Program. This position is located at Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA .
Job Description:
Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc., (AMA) is seeking to hire a Science Lead for the DEVELOP National Program. This position is located at Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA and supports project management efforts across DEVELOP's national locations through the Research, Science, and Engineering Services (RSES) contract. DEVELOP, part of NASA's Earth Action to Science Program, addresses environmental and public policy issues through interdisciplinary research projects that apply the lens of NASA Earth observations to community concerns around the globe. AMA provides DEVELOP locations direct science support and science and technical coordination.
The Science Lead will manage DEVELOP's program-wide project portfolio (from proposal through execution and hand-off of deliverables), publications, and virtual activities, as well as engage with partners and assist with communication and coordination from initial contact through the hand-off. They will also supervise the Fellow class and work with them to ensure professional growth and successful project execution. The Science Lead will support and engage in the interview and selection process for Senior Fellow, Fellow, Lead, and participant positions. The Science Lead will also ensure the NASA DEVELOP Program projects align with those of NASA's Earth Science to Action Program, support DEVELOP's international and interagency efforts, plan and organize project presentation activities to deliver research results at diverse forums, support participation in relevant conferences, and communicate information about DEVELOP to NASA's Earth Science to Action and Capacity Building Programs. The Science Lead will also ensure that DEVELOP deliverables receive official approval through the NASA Export Review System before the information is released. Occasional travel is required.
Requirements:
Preferred Knowledge/Skills & Abilities:
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required due to facility requirements.
Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website atwww.ama-inc.comand follow us onFacebookandLinkedIn..
AMA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws.