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Director Marshall Space Flight Center
George C. Marshall Space Flight Center · Posted 114 days ago
On-site Redstone Arsenal, AL $223K – $228K Apply by Jun 24, 2026 Miscellaneous Administration And Program ENFJENTJESFJESTJ
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NASA is seeking a visionary leader to serve as Director, George C. Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), a critical executive role advancing research and technology maturation. As Director of MSFC, you will be responsible for managing an annual budget of over $4 billion, with direction and oversight of a blended workforce of over 6,000 civil servants and support service contractors. This is your opportunity to influence decisions that shape humanity's future in space.
What You'll Do
- →The Director is responsible for leading and managing research, technology maturation, design, development, and integration of space transportation and propulsion systems, and cutting-edge science and research projects and solutions.
- →Specifically, the Director, MSFC: Leads strategic planning and management of new cutting-edge technology for space vehicle systems, engineering design, and development of subsystems and components, and performance requirements.
- →Leads multidisciplinary teams in support of Human Exploration and Space Launch System programs.
- →Oversees the Payload Operations and Integration Center, the 24/7 command post for research and technology activities aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
- →Directs management of the Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), a multi-tenant complex which provides the capabilities for the manufacture and assembly of critical hardware components, including the Space Launch System.
- →Collaborates with government, university, and private sector entities to build a broader business base to optimize Agency resources and establish and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships with MAF tenants.
- →Responsible for management of the NASA Space Science and Technology Center, a hub for advanced research to create positive social, economic, educational, and quality-of-life outcomes through basic and applied research.
- →Directs the National Institute for Rocket Propulsion Systems for the Agency and coordinates with other senior leaders across the U.S.
- →Government to formulate policy to foster a healthy and vibrant rocket propulsion industrial base for the nation.
- →Develops partnerships and collaborations with internal and external organizations such as industry, governmental, academic, and international organizations to advance NASA's mission, agenda, services, initiatives, and platforms; builds awareness of NASA priorities and works with external stakeholders and the public.
- →Champions and enables new business and partnership.
Requirements
- ✓No Educational Requirement
Personality Fit
Job ID: a7f5e596-ddac-4278-820b-5fdad88a879b
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