Environmental Compliance & Permitting Specialist

NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA seeks candidates for environmental compliance roles across centers, with the ability to operate at GS-11/12/13 levels. The position covers permitting, compliance monitoring, and hazardous waste management, spanning multiple facilities and mission environments.

Qualifying experience ranges from supporting permits and regulatory requirements to providing technical guidance on environmental policies. Strong data skills and coordination with mission teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience related to permitting or operations for environmental compliance.
• Experience with environmental policies, procedures, and systems affecting operations and missions.
• Experience using computer programs and databases to manage and track environmental protection programs.

Responsibilities

• Implement risk management to ensure compliance with environmental laws and permits.
• Assist with environmental audits, surveys, inspections.
• Manage hazardous materials, air emissions, water discharges, and waste disposal programs.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Environmental data management

Policy interpretation

Education

Doctoral degree in a relevant field

Graduate study toward Ph.D./doctoral degree

LL.M. (related)

Tools

Computer databases

Job description

NASA seeks candidates for environmental compliance roles across centers, with the ability to operate at GS-11/12/13 levels. The position covers permitting, compliance monitoring, and hazardous waste management, spanning multiple facilities and mission environments.

Qualifying experience ranges from supporting permits and regulatory requirements to providing technical guidance on environmental policies. Strong data skills and coordination with mission teams are essential.