Director Marshall Space Flight Center

Job Title

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.