Category

Management

Job Type

Full-Time

Compensation Minimum (USD)

$85,000

Compensation Maximum (USD)

$115,000

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Citizenship Status Required

U.S. Citizen

Security Clearance Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Job Description

About Science and Technology Corporation (STC):
Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) delivers an extensive range of award-winning advanced scientific, engineering, and technical support services to the U.S. Government and Industry customers. Our proven expertise and experience span scientific research, development, test and evaluation in areas such as earth and atmospheric sciences, engineering, data science and software engineering. Will you join our world-class team?

• ● Employment Category: Full Time / Regular
• ● Location: Greenbelt, MD
• ● Travel: Occasional domestic travel (2-3 times/year)
• ● Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain NOAA Public Trust
• ● Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
• ● Salary: $85,000 - $115,000 annually

Job Description:

• Provides oversight, guidance, and overall direction to the JPSS Data Products Management and Services (DPMS) Algorithm & Cal/Val Team.
• Manages the Algorithm Change Process for JPSS algorithms and coordinates and communicates JPSS algorithm changes, updates, and anomalies to various stakeholders.
• Develops JPSS satellite and data product status materials in support of weekly and monthly status meetings, program reviews, ad hoc meetings, and scientific conferences.
• Maintains schedules for delivery of algorithm updates.
•  Works closely with the NESDIS/STAR leadership on all aspects of the algorithm sustainment and calibration/validation activities of the JPSS program.

Benefits:

• 80 hrs/year Paid Time Off, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave 
• 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Requirements

• Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate between technical and non-technical. audiences 
• Knowledge of environmental satellite systems, algorithms, and data products with the ability to understand and review technical documents, requirements, and waivers. 
• Commands leadership and is a self-starter.

Bonus points if you have:

• Familiarity with JPSS and associated Level-1 and Level-2 data products. 
• Familiarity with JIRA. - Experience with cloud development and computing methodologies and processes. 
• Computer programming and scripting languages such as python, Perl, C, C , Fortran, Matlab, IDL.

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Atmospheric Science is required. 
• Master’s degree in Science or Atmospheric Science is preferred. 
• At least 7 years of relevant experience.

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.