Support Scientist II

Job Title

Support Scientist II

Location

GREENBELT, MD 20771 US (Primary)

Category

Engineering, General Laborer

Job Type

Full-Time

Compensation Minimum (USD)

$90,000

Compensation Maximum (USD)

$120,000

Education

Doctorate

Minimum Citizenship Status Required

U.S. Citizen

Security Clearance Required

None

Job Description

About Science and Technology Corporation (STC): 
Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers’ missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees’ growth, well-being, and success—fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment. Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology. 

• Employment Category: Full-Time 
• Location: Greenbelt, MD – On-site & Field Missions 
• Travel: Some/Frequent (domestic campaigns, workshops) 
• Security Clearance: None 
• Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship 
• Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 

Job Description: 

The Support Scientist II will assist NASA scientists and engineers with advanced research tasks under the ATMOS contract. This includes instrument development, model evaluation, and analysis of atmospheric datasets. The role involves contributing to peer-reviewed publications and presenting results at conferences. 

ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA’s mission and expand scientific discovery. 

Key Responsibilities Include: 

• Conduct scientific analysis on atmospheric models and observational datasets. 
• Provide operational support for instruments at GSFC and in the field. 
• Collaborate with NASA scientists on mission planning and research goals. 
• Publish findings in journals and present at scientific meetings. 

Benefits: 

• Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 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

• 2 years of research experience in atmospheric or related sciences. 
• Strong background in programming (FORTRAN, Python, C/C ). 
• Familiarity with visualization/analysis tools such as IDL, MATLAB, or LabVIEW. 
• Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. 

Education: 

• Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or equivalent. 

 

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.