Center Associate Director, Flight Research — Strategy & Operations

NASA International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center is seeking a Center Associate Director (CAD) for the Executive Service as the third in command. The successful candidate will demonstrate ECQs and MTQ evidence in a 2-page resume, with clear articulation of qualifications essential to overseeing a high‑impact, mission‑critical center.

This role requires leadership of a multi‑discipline organization, with emphasis on accountability and strategic execution.

Qualifications

• ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding—knowledge of government, rule of law, civic-mindedness.
• ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency—strategic resource management, budgeting, process improvement, technology leverage.
• ECQ 3: Merit and Competence—technical skill, problem solving, agility and resilience.
• ECQ 4: Leading People—leadership, accountability, developing others, executive judgment.
• ECQ 5: Achieving Results—operational mindset, innovation, strategic thinking.

Job description

NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center is seeking a Center Associate Director (CAD) for the Executive Service as the third in command. The successful candidate will demonstrate ECQs and MTQ evidence in a 2-page resume, with clear articulation of qualifications essential to overseeing a high‑impact, mission‑critical center.

This role requires leadership of a multi‑discipline organization, with emphasis on accountability and strategic execution.