HP104 Lead Space Weather Analyst We are seeking a Lead Space Weather Analyst to join the Moon to Mars Space Weather Analysis Office (M2M SWAO) team. The M2M SWAO carries out human-in-the-loop real-time analysis of space weather for NASA missions and conducts activities to support research to operation to research to enhance space weather knowledge and predictive capabilities for the benefit of the nation. This is a full-time on-site position at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD. The selected individual will work as part of a team providing coverage seven days per week, during both daytime and evening hours, including weekends and holidays. Overnight shifts will sometimes be required to meet continuous coverage requirements of 24 hours per day during periods of critical mission activities and/or in support of time sensitive work related to the office’s continuity of operations. Remote work may be possible for an exceptionally qualified candidate but would require advanced approval from the M2M SWAO Director and scheduled in-person visits to GSFC as requested by the Director, at the individual’s personal expense. The primary focus of this position is to monitor the Sun’s activity in real time and document observations to assess how these activities may impact NASA’s human exploration and robotic missions. Basic duties of the role include collecting, analyzing, and interpreting space weather observations from NASA and NOAA missions, using novel tools such as cutting-edge MHD simulations to characterize the space environment, and assessing the impact of large-scale structures and solar energetic particle events. Data analysis includes synthesizing observations of heterogeneous data (e.g., solar imagery, particle fluxes, geomagnetic indices ) to identify trends and associations between space weather phenomena. The analyst will also routinely troubleshoot models, maintain daily logs, and support briefings or communication requests for mission support personnel, NASA management, and external partners. As the lead, the selected individual will help to manage the analyst shift schedule to ensure the office’s real-time coverage requirements are satisfied (which includes 24/7 coverage during mission critical periods). The lead will also review real-time analysis activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness, update operational procedures based on evolving requirements, and support training initiatives for analyst certification or recertification. Required Experience:
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Team ADNET brings over 30+ years of experience to information systems and professional services for the federal government. With a history of expertise in software development, computer network design, IT security, mission operations support, and educational outreach, Team ADNET is deeply embedded in the Space and Earth Science at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD. ADNET Systems, Inc. is working with Goddard Space Flight Center to fulfill NASA's vision for space exploration, and working with the Science and Exploration Directorate to fulfill its many missions. ADNET Systems, Inc. is an employee-centric company, committed to providing premier benefits that support our employees and their families. With affordable medical and dental plans coupled with leading disability and life insurance options, ADNET offers our employees the benefits most sought after by today’s professional candidate. Furthermore, our benefits package features the extras that distinguish us from other small businesses, ensuring our high employee retention that our customers appreciate. Some features of our compensation plans and environment perks include:
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