APL Space Exploration Sector Chief Scientist
Company: Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Location: Laurel
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
DescriptionAre you a creative science leader with extensive
experience in the space science community? Do you enjoy working
with diverse teams, creating impactful space science initiatives?
Do you have an unquenchable curiosity along with the ability to
translate highly technical information and ideas to the general
public and key stakeholders? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment
and have experience working with high-level government
officials?We're seeking a Chief Scientist for the APL Space
Exploration Sector (SES) to lead and shape the science vision
across the sector, engage the global space science community, and
ensure the scientific integrity of our missions. The SES Chief
Scientist reports to the Space Exploration Sector Head and works
across the sector in the formulation, implementation and operation
of a broad portfolio of space science instruments and missions.The
SES Chief Scientist:
- Ensures missions proposed/flown by APL are consistent with NASA
and NOAA strategy
- Maintains strong relationships with NASA and NOAA leaders
- Ensures the scientific validity of APL mission proposals and
that these proposals include the best possible science
- Approves Principal Investigator (PI) and Project Scientist (and
Deputy) positions for SES missions
- Chairs Pink Team review and participates in all reviews for
concepts in formulation
- Provides ongoing support for APL mission PIs and Project
Scientists and for external PIs
- Ensures that all SES Space Sector missions achieve/maintain the
highest quality science possible, in accordance with stated Level 1
requirements
- Serves as a key participant in the development and execution of
APL Space Sector strategy
- Serves as primary APL representative and recognized scientific
authority in the community
- Interfaces with the science community and maintains a highly
developed scientific network for identifying mission leaders,
partners, and strategic hires
- Sustains expert standing in the field through leadership roles
on NASA and NAS committees
- Champions APL capabilities to external stakeholders
- Coordinates activities amongst APL researchers engaged in
community service
- Maintains a presence at national/international conferences and
workshops
- Communicates Sector scientific capabilities and accomplishments
to visitors and partners
- Promotes new approaches for scientific investigations
(experimental, theoretical and/or data analysis) that advance APL
strategic goals
- Supports APL instrument and mission teams to ensure a cohesive
approach to meeting science objectives
- Works with APL Space Sector leadership to position
internal/external resources for achieving scientific advances in
missions, projects, and programs
- Coordinates between Space Science and Instrumentation Branch
and Mission Areas to identify strategically important research
projects
- Identifies, supports, and mentors the next generation of
mission science leaders internal and external to APL
- Identifies and recommends internal researchers to serve on
high-visibility national boards, panels, and committees
- Works with APL Space Sector leadership to develop and implement
training programs for future APL science mission leaders
- Supports technical work on direct projects, as
necessaryQualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the
job if you have...
- A PhD in planetary science, heliophysics or a related
discipline with at least 15 years of related experience.
- Subject-matter expertise in several space science domains, with
broad multidisciplinary knowledge across the field.
- Significant expertise in space science mission practices and
procedures, sufficient to provide leadership oversight and
monitoring of science in space missions.
- Thorough understanding of NASA strategic plans, missions, and
relevant priorities, and ability to predict and understand the
science needs of future projects.
- Thorough understanding of NASA flight mission selection
practices.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and experience with the science
management of small and large projects in a schedule-constrained,
cost-capped environment
- Experience in science planning and prioritization.
- Understanding of established practices and standards across a
broad range of planetary science applications.
- Demonstrated leadership roles in NASA or NAS committees,
science community advocacy groups, or similar.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically.
- The ability to collaborate with personnel internal and external
to APL.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Have the ability to obtain a Top Secret level security
clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government
security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for
access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include
U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum
requirements if you have...
- Experience in developing competitive proposals for missions,
instruments, or fundamental research that advance our nation's
space science and security efforts.
- A Broad network of contacts across NASA, NOAA, and other space
science institutions.
- Experience leading diverse teams to success.Why work at APL?The
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings
world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense,
security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to
solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what
makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant,
welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to
work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring
teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage
creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous
benefits, including a robust education assistance program,
unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life
balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro
area. Learn more about our career opportunities at .About UsAPL is
an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or
mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation,
marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance,
or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is
committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces
diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new
ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable
accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with
disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to
participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact
Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone's voice
is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the
world a better place.The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's
good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may
vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience,
market conditions, education/training and skill level with
consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled
to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated
based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other
forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual
designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of
a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or
discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides
eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including
retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life
insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible
spending accounts, education assistance, and training and
development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.Minimum
Rate$90,000 AnnuallyMaximum Rate$330,000 Annually
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