Enclosure BB - GPM.pdf

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RFP 80GSFC24R0037

ENCLOSURE BB

GOVERNMENT PRICING MODEL (GPM) – SPECIFIED

NON-MANAGEMENT

DIRECT LABOR CATEGORIES, DIRECT LABOR HOURS

AND POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

ATMOSPHERE SUPPORT (ATMOS)

AUGUST 2024

RFP 80GSFC24R0037 Enclosure BB Government Pricing Model (GPM)-Specified

Non-Management Direct Labor Categories and Direct Labor Hours By Site Location

ONSITE GPM-Specified Non-Management Direct Labor Categories Direct Labor Hours

CY* 1 CY 2 CY 3 CY 4 CY 5 TOTAL

Science Engagement Specialist I

1,920 1,920 1,920 1,920 1,920 9,600

Science Engagement Specialist II

1,860 1,860 1,860 1,860 1,860 9,300

Science Engagement Specialist III

3,390 3,390 3,390 3,390 3,390 16,948

Science Engagement Specialist IV

234 234 234 234 234 1,168

Graphics Systems Specialist III

1,784 1,784 1,784 1,784 1,784 8,920

Graphics Systems Specialist IV

12 12 12 12 12 60

Instrument Engineer 3,279 3,279 3,279 3,279 3,279 16,397 Instrument Engineer III 359 359 359 359 359 1,796 Instrument Engineer IV 5,829 5,829 5,829 5,829 5,829 29,146 Programmer Analyst I 6,522 6,522 6,522 6,522 6,522 32,610 Programmer Analyst II 6,274 6,274 6,274 6,274 6,274 31,370 Programmer Analyst III 7,713 7,713 7,713 7,713 7,713 38,565 Programmer Analyst IV 7,832 7,832 7,832 7,832 7,832 39,158 Scientific Programmer/Analyst II

1,992 1,992 1,992 1,992 1,992 9,960

Scientific Programmer/Analyst IV

3,452 3,452 3,452 3,452 3,452 17,260

Scientist IV 853 853 853 853 853 4,265 Software Engineer II 314 314 314 314 314 1,572

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ONSITE GPM-Specified Non-Management Direct Labor Categories Direct Labor Hours

CY* 1 CY 2 CY 3 CY 4 CY 5 TOTAL

* CY – Contract Year

Non-Management Direct Labor Categories’ Position Descriptions

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OFFSITE GPM-Specified Non-Management Direct Labor Categories Direct Labor Hours

CY* 1 CY 2 CY 3 CY 4 CY 5 TOTAL

Programmer Analyst I 136 136 136 136 136 680 Programmer Analyst II 691 691 691 691 691 3,455 Programmer Analyst III 2,104 2,104 2,104 2,104 2,104 10,519 Programmer Analyst IV 9,244 9,244 9,244 9,244 9,244 46,218 Software Engineer III 128 128 128 128 128 640 Support Scientist 872 872 872 872 872 4,360 Support Scientist II 4,326 4,326 4,326 4,326 4,326 21,631 Support Scientist III 14,050 14,050 14,050 14,050 14,050 70,252 Support Scientist IV 13,716 13,716 13,716 13,716 13,716 68,581

GPM-Specified Non-Management Direct Labor Position Descriptions

Non-Management Direct Labor Categories’ Position Descriptions

(03/2016)

Position Title Duties Education Experience Instrument Engineer

Supports the NASA Project scientist and contractor engineers in the fabrication of new instruments for atmospheric measurements for a variety of platforms. Supports the planning and design of electronic, mechanical, and software interfaces between the instrument and the platform.

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent**

* in physics, optics, or electrical, mechanical, or optical engineering.

Must have an understanding of the principles of instrument design particularly with respect to measurements from orbital or sub-orbital platforms; must have knowledge of LabVIEW as applied to data acquisition programming.

Knowledge of flight hardware assembly techniques is desirable.

Instrument Engineer II

Supports NASA Project scientist and contractor engineers in the design and fabrication of new instruments for atmospheric measurements from a variety of platforms. Participates in the electronic, mechanical, and software integration of the instrument to the platform.

Supports the planning and design of electronic, mechanical, and soft- ware interfaces between the instrument and the platform.

Responsible for the documentation of designs and drawings related to the instruments.

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent**

* in physics, optics, or electrical, mechanical, or optical engineering.

Two years of experience; must have a broad understanding of the principles of mechanical, optical and electronic instrument design particularly with respect to measurements from orbital or sub-orbital platforms; must be proficient in LabVIEW as applied to data acquisition programming.

Proficiency in flight hardware assembly techniques desirable.

Instrument Engineer III

Works closely with the NASA Project scientist and con- tractor engineers in the planning, design and fabrication of new instruments for atmospheric measurements for a variety of platforms. Plans, designs and implements the electronic, mechanical, and software interfaces between the instrument and the platform.

Participates in the integration of instrumentation to the platform.

Responsible for the documentation of designs and drawings related to the instruments.

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent**

* in physics, optics, or electrical, mechanical, or optical engineering.

Six years of experience in instrument design; must have a broad understanding of the principles of mechanical, optical and electronic instrument design particularly with respect to measurements from orbital or sub-orbital plat- forms; must be highly proficient in LabVIEW as applied to data acquisition programming.

Proficiency in design and building of flight hardware is desirable.

Instrument Engineer IV

Works closely with the NASA Project scientist and contractor engineers in the planning, design and fabrication of new instruments for atmospheric

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent**

* in physics, optics, or

Ten years of experience in instrument design; at least five years as an engineering lead. Must have a broad understanding of the principles of mechanical, optical and

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(03/2016) measurements for a variety of platforms. Plans, designs and implements the interfaces, electronic, mechanical, and software, between the instrument and the platform; oversees the integration of the instrumentation to the platform.

Operations of instrumentation may be at GSFC or in the field during missions. Oversees and manages other instrument engineers on the tasks.

Responsible for the documentation of all designs and drawings related to the instruments.

electrical, mechanical, or optical engineering.

electronic instrument design particularly with respect to measurements from orbital or sub-orbital platforms; must be highly proficient in LabVIEW as applied to data acquisition programming.

Proficiency in the design and building of flight hardware is highly desirable.

Instrument Engineer V

Works closely with the NASA Project scientist and contractor engineers in the planning, design and fabrication of new instruments for atmospheric measurements for a variety of platforms. Plans, designs and implements the interfaces, electronic, mechanical, and software, between the instrument and the platform; oversees the integration of the instrumentation to the platform.

Operations of instrumentation may be at GSFC or in the field during missions. Oversees and manages other instrument engineers on the tasks.

Responsible for the documentation of all designs and drawings related to the instruments. Supports NASA instrument and mission proposals.

M.S. degree, or equivalent** in physics, optics, or electrical, mechanical, or optical engineering.

Fifteen years of experience in instrument design; at least ten years as an engineering lead. Must have a broad understanding of the principles of mechanical, optical and electronic instrument design particularly with respect to measurements from orbital or sub-orbital platforms; must be highly proficient in LabVIEW as applied to data acquisition programming.

Proficiency in the design and building of flight hardware is highly desirable. Five years of experience incorporating new instrumentation technologies into instrument design and fabrication efforts. High proficiency in the use of software and/or firmware for data acquisition is highly desired.

Instrument Technician

Provides support to the assembly, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting and operations of instrumentation developed under the scope of the Contract.

High school diploma or GED, plus further appropriate education in a trade school and/or

Five years of experience. Requires familiarity in one of the following areas: electronics, simple machining, understanding of assembly drawings

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(03/2016) extension courses.

Instrument Technician II

Provides support to the assembly, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting and operations of instrumentation for various platforms developed or maintained under the scope of the Contract. Responsible for the maintenance of trailers used in field missions; may be responsible for the maintenance of Class 10,000 clean room.

Operations of instrumentation may be at GSFC or in the field.

High school diploma or GED, plus further appropriate education in a trade school and/or extension courses.

Ten years of experience. Requires proficiency in one or more of the following areas: electronics, simple machining, and mechanical drawing.

Training in assembly and maintenance of flight electronics is desirable.

Instrument Technician III

Provides support to the assembly, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting and operations of instrumentation for various platforms developed or maintained under the scope of the contract. With input from technical personnel, resolves scientific problems relating to specifications and to review test plans such as types and cycles of tests, conditions under which tests are to be conducted, and duration of tests. Responsible for the maintenance of trailers used in field missions; may be responsible for the maintenance of Class 10,000 clean rooms.

Operations of instrumentation may be at GSFC or in the field.

High School diploma or GED, plus further appropriate education in a trade school and/or extension courses.

Fifteen years of experience.

Requires proficiency in one or more of the following areas: electronics, simple machining, and mechanical drawing. Training in assembly and maintenance of flight electronics is desirable.

Instrument Technician IV

Provides support to the assembly, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting and operations of instrumentation for various platforms developed or maintained under the scope of the contract. With input from technical personnel, resolves scientific problems relating to specifications and to review test plans such as types and cycles of tests, conditions under which tests are to be conducted, and duration of tests. Responsible for the maintenance of trailers used

High School diploma or GED, plus further appropriate education in a trade school and/or extension courses.

Twenty years of experience.

Requires proficiency in one or more of the following areas: electronics, simple machining, mechanical drawing. Training in assembly and maintenance of flight electronics is desirable.

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(03/2016) in field missions; may be responsible for the maintenance of Class 10,000 clean rooms.

Operations of instrumentation may be at GSFC or in the field.

May oversee and manage other technicians within the tasks.

Intern I Performs and/or assists in performing assignments involving data analysis, laboratory support, data processing, or software engineering applications. Under supervision, assists in the collection and preparation of datasets for analysis of test results, supports laboratory or fabrication work, and performs library and data base searches.

Under supervision, provides analysis and research support of scientific programs. Performs literature searches. Performs computer and simple analytical calculations and analysis.

High school diploma or

GED.

The Intern position is an entry level position, but hands on experience in a science and/or engineering laboratory environment with computer-based systems is highly desirable.

Intern II Performs and/or assists in performing assignments involving data analysis, laboratory support, data processing, or software engineering applications. Under supervision, assists in the collection and preparation of datasets for analysis of test results, support laboratory or fabrication work, and performs library and data base searches.

Under supervision, provides analysis and research support of scientific programs. Performs literature searches. Performs computer and simple analytical calculations and analysis.

B.S. degree, or equivalent** *, in a physical science, atmospheric science, mathematics or computer science

Must have an understanding of computer science or one of the Earth science areas within the contract.

Academic or job-related experience writing science or software projects is highly desirable.

Mission Support Specialist I

Performs administrative support for Laboratories, Offices and Projects. These activities include project and mission support functions such as planning and coordination of field experiments, project meetings, High school diploma, Associate of Arts degree

Basic knowledge of word processing and the use of spreadsheets to track resources or action items are required.

Experience using the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Powerpoint and Word) is desirable. Good

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(03/2016) conferences, and symposia;

internal meetings; note-taking and preparation of meeting reports; assembly and editing of proposals, reports and journal articles; property management activities; safety inspections; and such activities as Enterprise Service Desk (ESD) requests, Management Operations Services and Information (MOSI) requests, and Scientific and Technical Information (STI) publication reporting requests.

May also support financial activities such as making purchase requests, preparing funding workbooks, and maintaining financial spreadsheets.

communication and organizational skills are required.

Mission Support Specialist II

Performs administrative support for Laboratories, Offices and Projects. These activities include project and mission support functions such as planning and coordination of field experiments, project meetings, conferences, and symposia;

internal meetings; note-taking and preparation of meeting reports; assembly and editing of proposals, reports and journal articles; property management activities; safety inspections; and such activities as Enterprise Service Desk (ESD) requests, Management Operations Services and Information (MOSI) requests, and Scientific and Technical Information (STI) publication reporting requests.

May also support financial activities such as making purchase requests, preparing funding workbooks, and maintaining financial spreadsheets.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Two years of experience.

Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) for the preparation of documents and presentations and tracking resources or action items is required.

Experience preparing presentations and reports. Experience preparing travel packages and tracking them in the NASA system. Experience preparing materials that accompany the submission of papers to refereed journals or conference proceedings.

Experience preparing requests to authorize access to the Center or NASA IT resources through the idMAX system. Good communication and organizational skills are required.

Mission Support Performs administrative support Bachelor's Eight years of experience.

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Specialist III for Laboratories, Offices and Projects. These activities include project and mission support functions such as planning and coordination of field experiments, project meetings, conferences, and symposia;

internal meetings; note-taking and preparation of meeting reports; assembly and editing of proposals, reports and journal articles; property management activities; safety inspections; and such activities as Enterprise Service Desk (ESD) requests, Management Operations Services and Information (MOSI) requests, and Scientific and Technical Information (STI) publication reporting requests.

May also support financial activities such as making purchase requests, preparing funding workbooks, and maintaining financial spreadsheets.

degree or equivalent

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word etc.) in preparing reports and presentations as well as tracking budgets in spreadsheets. If task includes property management, experience using the NEMS (NASA Equipment Management System) is required.

Proficiency with: NASA's travel management and Document Availability Authorization processes, the eMOD (electronic Management Operations Directorate system) software for submitting and tracking work requests and preparing requests to authorize access to the Center or NASA IT resources through the idMAX system. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.

Mission Support Specialist IV

Performs administrative support for Laboratories, Offices and Projects. These activities include project and mission support functions such as planning and coordination of field experiments, project meetings, conferences, and symposia;

internal meetings; note-taking and preparation of meeting reports; assembly and editing of proposals, reports and journal articles; property management activities; safety inspections; and such activities as Enterprise Service Desk (ESD) requests, Management Operations Services and Information (MOSI) requests, and Scientific and Technical Information (STI) publication reporting requests.

May also support financial

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Fifteen years of experience.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word etc.) in preparing reports and presentations as well as tracking budgets in spreadsheets. If task includes property management, experience using the NEMS (NASA Equipment Management System) is required.

Proficiency with: NASA's travel management and Document Availability Authorization process, the eMOD (electronic Management Operations Directorate system) software for submitting and tracking work requests and preparing requests to authorize access to the Center or NASA IT resources through the IdMAX system.

Experience with field campaign logistics including travel arrangements, equipment shipping, Non-Management Direct Labor Categories’ Position Descriptions

(03/2016) activities such as making purchase requests, preparing funding workbooks, and maintaining financial spreadsheets.

and on-field support. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.

Programmer Analyst

Supports scientists and programming staff in the design, development and/or evaluation of scientific code, in the processing and display of model or experimental datasets, in improving data acquisition routines, or in the visualization of data products.

B.S. degree, or equivalent** *, in atmospheric science, a physical science, mathematics, or computer science.

Experience in scientific programming in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, Java, and/or Python, or in software engineering or high- performance computing in MPI or object-oriented programming is required.

Knowledge and experience in IDL and/or shell-based scripts is desirable. For Web Application development tasks, experience in web development languages such as JQuery, JavaScript, PHP, or other industry tools is required.

Knowledge of an Earth science discipline is desirable.

Programmer Analyst II

Supports NASA scientists in the design, development and/or evaluation of scientific code, or in the processing and display of model or experimental datasets.

Assists and contributes to the presentation of scientific data at conferences or workshops, and in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

M.S. degree, or equivalent** , in atmospheric science, a physical science, mathematics, or computer science.

Two years of experience in scientific programming and data analysis. Must have a broad understanding of atmospheric science, or other Earth Science discipline, and statistical data analysis; experience in scientific programming in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, Java, and/or Python, or in software engineering or high-performance computing in MPI or object-oriented programming is required.

Knowledge and experience in IDL, MATLAB, and/or shell-based scripts is highly desirable. For Web Application development tasks, experience in web development languages such as JQuery, JavaScript, PHP, or other industry tools is required.

Programmer Analyst III

Works closely with Contractor and NASA scientists to provide technical support in the development of scientific software and algorithms for the processing or analysis of data

M.S. degree, or equivalent** , in atmospheric science, a

Six years of experience in scientific programming and data analysis.

Must have a broad understanding of atmospheric science or other Earth Science discipline, and statistical data analysis; significant experience

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(03/2016) from orbital or sub-orbital instrumentation, or for the development of predictive computational models, or for software system design, evaluation, optimization and parallelization, and for the documentation of developed software.

Contributes to the presentation of scientific results at scientific meetings and workshops, and in peer- reviewed scientific journals.

physical science, mathematics, meteorology, or computer science.

in scientific programming in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, Java, and/or Python, or in software engineering or high-performance computing in MPI or object-oriented programming is required. Knowledge and experience in IDL, MATLAB, and/or shell-based scripts is required. For Web Application development tasks, experience in web development languages such as JQuery, JavaScript, PHP, or other industry tools is required.

Programmer Analyst IV

Works closely with Contractor and NASA scientists to provide technical leadership in the development of scientific software and algorithms for the acquisition, processing, or analysis of data from orbital or sub- orbital instrumentation, or for the development of predictive computational models, or for software system design, evaluation, optimization and parallelization, and for the documentation of developed software. Oversees other Programmer Analysts within the tasks. Contributes to the presentation of scientific results at scientific meetings and workshops, and in peer-reviewed journals.

M.S. degree, or equivalent** , in atmospheric science, a physical science, mathematics, or computer science.

Ten years of experience in scientific programming and data analysis, with five years in a leadership role.

Must have a broad understanding of atmospheric science or other Earth Science discipline, and statistical data analysis; significant experience in scientific programming in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, Java, and/or Python, or in software engineering or high-performance computing in MPI or object-oriented programming is required. Proficiency in IDL, MATLAB, and/or shell-based scripts is required. For Web Application development tasks, experience in web development languages such as JQuery, JavaScript, PHP, or other industry tools is required.

Programmer Analyst V

Works closely with Contractor and NASA scientists to provide technical leadership in the development of scientific software and algorithms for the acquisition, processing, or analysis of data from orbital or sub- orbital instrumentation, or for the development of predictive computational models, or for software system design, evaluation, optimization and parallelization, and for the documentation of developed software. Coordinates complex

M.S. degree, or equivalent** , in atmospheric science, a physical science, mathematics, or computer science.

Fifteen years of experience in scientific programming and data analysis, with ten years in a leadership role. Must have a broad understanding of atmospheric science or other Earth Science discipline, and statistical data analysis; significant experience in scientific programming in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, Java, and/or Python, or in software engineering or high-performance computing in MPI or object-oriented programming is required.

Proficiency in IDL, MATLAB, Non-Management Direct Labor Categories’ Position Descriptions

(03/2016) analysis and development activities and oversees other Programmer Analysts within the tasks. Contributes to the presentation of scientific results at scientific meetings and workshops, and in peer-reviewed journals.

and/or shell-based scripts is required. For Web Application development tasks, experience in web development languages such as JQuery, JavaScript, PHP, or other industry tools is required.

Science Engagement Specialist I

Supports the preparation of scientific reference materials and visualizations documenting NASA Earth Science activities, for both internal use and that of the broader scientific community.

B.S. degree, or equivalent** *, in a physical science or education

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Knowledge of computer-aided graphics and Web development tools such as the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, In Design, Acrobat), and academic background in Earth science, are highly desirable.

Science Engagement Specialist II

Works with NASA Earth Science researchers to prepare documents and presentations to promote NASA Earth Science products and scientific results to Agency program managers, the Earth Science community, and the general public. Supports the preparation of scientific reference materials and visualizations documenting NASA Earth Science activities, for both internal use and that of the broader scientific community.

B.S. degree, or equivalent** *, in a physical science or education

Two years of experience in education and public outreach;

excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and in computer-aided graphics and Web development tools such as the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, In Design, Acrobat).

Experience with web content management, social media tools, and web analytics highly desirable.

Broad understanding of Earth system science is highly desirable.

Science Engagement Specialist III

Works closely with NASA Earth Science researchers to prepare documents and presentations to promote NASA Earth Science products and scientific results to Agency program managers, the Earth Science community, and the general public. Prepares scientific reference materials and visualizations documenting NASA Earth Science activities, for both internal use and that of the broader scientific

B.S. degree, or equivalent** *, in a physical science or education

Six years of experience in education and public outreach; excellent written and oral communication skills. Broad understanding of Earth system science. Extensive experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and in computer-aided graphics and Web development tools such as the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, In Design, Acrobat). Experience with web content management, social media tools, and web analytics highly

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(03/2016) community. desirable.

Science Engagement Specialist IV

Works closely with NASA Earth Science researchers to provide leadership in the preparation of documents and presentations to promote NASA Earth Science products and scientific results to Agency program managers, the Earth Science community, and the general public. Plans, coordinates and participates in the preparation and production of scientific reference materials and visualizations documenting NASA Earth Science activities.

B.S. degree, or equivalent** *, in a physical science or education

Ten years of experience in education and public outreach; excellent written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of atmospheric science, oceanography or other Earth science discipline, and broad understanding of Earth system science. Extensive experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and in computer-aided graphics and Web development tools such as the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, In Design, Acrobat).

Experience with web content management, social media tools, and web analytics highly desirable.

Science Engagement Specialist V

Works closely with NASA Earth Science researchers to provide leadership in the preparation of documents and presentations to promote NASA Earth Science products and scientific results to Agency program managers, the Earth Science community, and the general public. Advises institution management on developing goals and plans for Earth Science communications.

Leads teams to plan, coordinate and participate in the preparation and production of scientific reference materials and visualizations documenting NASA Earth Science activities.

B.S. degree or equivalent** *, in a physical science or education.

Fifteen years of experience in education and public outreach;

excellent written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of atmospheric science, oceanography or other Earth science discipline, and broad understanding of Earth system science is required.

Experience working as a liaison between scientists and science teams, and staff in the public affairs office. Also, proven experience working with teachers/education professionals creating lesson plans and other materials to be used in the classroom as well as science museums and other informal education organizations. Must have experience with web content management, social media tools, and web analytics, and expertise using social media for public outreach concerning NASA science related events and Earth science mission results. Extensive experience in Microsoft Office (Word Excel, Powerpoint) and in computer-aided graphics and Web development tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Non-Management Direct Labor Categories’ Position Descriptions

(03/2016)

Illustrator, Dreamweaver, In Design, Acrobat).

Scientific Programmer/An alyst I

Supports scientists and programming staff in the development and application of scientific software for the processing, display and evaluation of data sets.

B.S. degree, or equivalent** *, in atmospheric science, oceanograph y or other physical science, mathematics or computation al science

Two years of experience in scientific programming; good communication skills. Knowledge of an Earth science discipline.

Knowledge of FORTRAN programming for parallel architectures and UNIX shell scripting. Skill in software engineering and programming with MPI, ESMF, C++, Python, object-oriented programming, Perl, HTML, Java, GrADS, IDL and/or MATLAB is highly desirable.

Scientific Programmer/An alyst II

Supports NASA scientists in the development and application of scientific software for the processing, display and evaluation of data sets. Assists in the presentation of scientific results at conferences, workshops and in peer-reviewed publications.

M.S. degree, or equivalent** , in atmospheric science, oceanograph y or other physical science, mathematics or computation al science

Two years of experience in scientific programming; good communication skills. Strong background in an Earth science discipline. Experience in FORTRAN programming for parallel architectures, UNIX shell scripting, and CM tools such as Git.

Experience in software engineering and programming with MPI, ESMF, C++, Python, object-oriented programming, Perl, HTML, Java, GrADS, IDL and/or MATLAB is highly desirable. Experience in developing customized software for high performance computing environments such as GPUs.

Scientific Programmer/An alyst III

Works closely with Contractor and NASA staff to provide technical support and scientific programming skills in the development, implementation, testing, documentation and application of scientific software and algorithms for modeling and data assimilation systems.

Contributes to the presentation of scientific results at conferences, workshops and in peer-reviewed publications.

M.S. degree, or equivalent** , in atmospheric science, oceanograph y or other physical science, mathematics or computation al science

Six years of experience in scientific programming; excellent communication skills. Broad understanding of atmospheric science, oceanography, or other Earth science discipline, scientific data analysis and data management.

Extensive experience in FORTRAN programming for parallel architectures, UNIX shell scripting, and CM tools such as Git.

Experience in software engineering and programming with MPI, ESMF, C++, Python, object-oriented programming, Perl, HTML, Java, GrADS, IDL and/or MATLAB is highly desirable. Experience in

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(03/2016) developing customized software for high performance computing environments such as GPUs.

Scientific Programmer/An alyst IV

Works closely with Contractor and NASA staff to provide technical leadership and advanced scientific programming skills in the development, implementation, testing and documentation of scientific software and algorithms for modeling and data assimilation systems. Conducts numerical experiments to support scientific investigations.

Contributes to the presentation of scientific results at conferences, workshops and in peer-reviewed publications.

Oversees and manages the Contractor scientific programmer/analyst staff.

M.S. degree, or equivalent** , in atmospheric science, oceanograph y or other physical science, mathematics or computation al science

Ten years of experience in scientific programming, including five in a leadership role, and excellent communication skills. Broad understanding of atmospheric science, oceanography, or other Earth science discipline, scientific data analysis and data management.

Extensive experience in FORTRAN programming for parallel architectures, UNIX shell scripting, and configuration management (CM) tools such as Git. Experience in software engineering and programming with MPI, ESMF, C++, Python, object-oriented programming, Perl, HTML, Java, GrADS, IDL and/or MATLAB is highly desirable. Experience in developing customized software for high performance computing environments such as GPUs.

Scientific Programmer/An alyst V

Works closely with Contractor and NASA staff to provide technical leadership and advanced scientific programming skills in the development, implementation, testing and documentation of scientific software and algorithms for modeling and data assimilation systems. Conducts numerical experiments to support scientific investigations.

Contributes to the presentation of scientific results at conferences, workshops and in peer-reviewed publications.

Coordinates complex analysis and development activities and oversees and manages the Contractor scientific programmer/analyst staff.

M.S. degree, or equivalent** , in atmospheric science, oceanograph y or other physical science, mathematics or computation al science

Fifteen years of experience in scientific programming, including ten in a leadership role, and excellent communication skills.

Broad understanding of atmospheric science, oceanography, or other Earth science discipline, scientific data analysis and data management.

Extensive experience in FORTRAN programming for parallel architectures, UNIX shell scripting, and configuration management (CM) tools such as Git. Experience in software engineering and programming with MPI, ESMF, C++, Python, object-oriented programming, Perl, HTML, Java, GrADS, IDL and/or MATLAB is highly desirable. Experience in developing customized software for high performance computing environments such as GPUs.

Support Scientist I

Assists NASA scientists in the research and development of the task - this can include model or

Ph.D.

degree, or equivalent*, A record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals; good communication skills; knowledge

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(03/2016) instrument development or data analysis support, or in the operational support of developed instrumentation at GSFC or during field missions. Provides scientific expertise on at least one area of atmospheric science supported by the Contract.

Contributes to presentations for scientific meetings and workshops, and for articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and for customer proposals.

in an atmospheric or physical science, mathematics, or computer science.

and experience in scientific programming is required in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, and/or Python; knowledge of IDL, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or other image processing packages and/or shell-based scripts and Unix is desirable.

Support Scientist

II

Assists NASA scientists and engineers in the research and development of the task - this can include model or instrument development or data analysis support, or in the operational support of developed instrumentation; operational support can be at GSFC or during field missions. Provides scientific expertise on one or more areas of atmospheric science supported by the Contract. Presents results in scientific meetings and workshops, and in peer-reviewed publications.

Ph.D.

degree, or equivalent*, in an atmospheric or physical science, mathematics, or computer science.

Two years of atmospheric or other physical science experience; a record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals; good communication skills; knowledge and experience in scientific programming is required in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, and/or Python; knowledge of IDL, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or other image processing packages and/or shell-based scripts and Unix is desirable.

Support Scientist

III

Assists Contractor and NASA scientists and engineers in the planning and coordination of the research efforts in a task and provides scientific or technical leadership in the conduct of the research - this can include model or instrument development or data analysis support, or in the operational support of developed instrumentation; operational support can be at GSFC or during field missions. Presents results in scientific meetings and workshops, and in peer-reviewed publications.

Ph.D.

degree, or equivalent*, in an atmospheric or physical science, mathematics, or computer science.

Six years of atmospheric or other physical science experience; a record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals;

excellent communication skills;

knowledge and experience in scientific programming is required in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, and/or Python; knowledge of IDL, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or other image processing packages and/or shell-based scripts and Unix is highly desirable.

Support Scientist

IV

Works with NASA and other Contractor scientists and engineers to plan and implement

Ph.D.

degree, or equivalent*, Ten years of scientific experience, including five years as a scientific lead. Excellent communication

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(03/2016) the Contractor services for assigned tasks. This is task dependent and may include computational model development, instrument development, analysis of large satellite datasets, or the development of new instrumental concepts. Interacts with scientists from other institutions and presents scientific results at conferences, workshops and in peer-reviewed publications. Oversees and manages other support scientists.

in an atmospheric or physical science, mathematics, or computer science.

skills are required; must have a broad knowledge of atmospheric or other physical science with a proven record of publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Significant experience in scientific programming is required in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, and/or Python; proficiency in IDL, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or other image processing packages and/or shell-based scripts and Unix is highly desirable.

Support Scientist V

Works with NASA and other Contractor scientists and engineers to plan and implement the Contractor services for assigned tasks. Directs and/or performs research as part of a collaborative group or performs such research independently, with no technical supervision.

Provides expertise in field of research to other members of the organization. This is task dependent and may include computational model development, instrument development, analysis of large satellite datasets, or the development of new instrumental concepts. Interacts with scientists from other institutions and international collaborators. Presents scientific results at conferences, workshops and in peer-reviewed publications. Presents project status and results at Science Team meetings. Oversees and manages other support scientists.

Participates in the development of research proposals that are often complex, multidisciplinary, and require significant resources.

Ph.D.

degree, or equivalent*, in an atmospheric or physical science, mathematics, or computer science.

Fifteen years of scientific experience, including ten years as a scientific lead and researcher.

Excellent communication skills are required; must have a broad knowledge of atmospheric or other physical science with a proven record of publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Work is a combination of assigned projects and independent work as a principal or co-investigator on proposals.

May lead other senior researchers and supervise junior researchers.

Significant experience in scientific programming is required in languages such as FORTRAN, C/C++, and/or Python; proficiency in IDL, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or other image processing packages and/or shell-based scripts and Unix is highly desirable.

Technical/Resea rch Assistant

Aids in the preparation of scientific results for presentation at scientific meetings and

B.S. degree, or equivalent**

Two years of experience.

Knowledge and facility with Microsoft Office (Excel, Non-Management Direct Labor Categories’ Position Descriptions

(03/2016) workshops, in Laboratory reports, and in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

*, in a physical science.

Powerpoint, Word etc.). Good communication skills.

Technical/Resea rch Assistant II

Aids in the preparation of scientific results for presentation at scientific meetings and workshops, and in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Provides planning, development and implementation support for field missions; provides document support for scientific reports and assessments.

B.S. degree, or equivalent** *, in a physical science.

Six years of experience. Highly proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word etc.).

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Technical/Resea rch Assistant III

Aids in the preparation of scientific results for presentation at scientific meetings and workshops, and in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Provides planning, development and implementation support for field missions; provides document support for scientific reports and assessments. Performs preliminary field mission data analysis for presentation at mission planning meetings.

B.S. degree, or equivalent** *, in a physical science.

Ten years of experience. Highly proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word etc.).

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

* M.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus six years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.

** B.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus three years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.

*** High school diploma, plus four years of experience in a relevant technical position. This experience can include technical coursework at a college, university or community college, and may also include military training and experience. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.