Senior Space Program SME & Strategic Leader

Astrion; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Part time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Subject Matter Expert 3 to support the NASA CPSS II team at NASA JSC. This role demands executive-level leadership across strategic planning, project planning, and complex program management to advance Artemis mission objectives.

Responsibilities include directing major programs, guiding multidisciplinary teams, negotiating with customers and senior leadership, and delivering actionable executive briefings.

Qualifications

• MS/MA and extensive experience in strategic planning and program management.
• Recognized as a subject matter expert in one or more disciplines (planning, management, requirements).
• Experience leading major programs with significant impact and managing budgets, risks, and schedules.
• Strong negotiation, communications, and executive briefing abilities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior SME and programmatic authority in specialized disciplines.
• Provide executive-level technical and management leadership for major programs and initiatives.
• Establish goals and execution plans aligned with priorities and mission objectives.
• Direct planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects with cost and schedule oversight.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate across technical, business, and program management functions.
• Mentor senior staff and ensure compliance with contracts and regulations.

Skills

Strategic planning

Project planning

Requirements management

Stakeholder management

Technology integration

Independent assessments

Executive briefing

Leadership

Education

MS/MA

Doctorate or advanced graduate education

Job description

Astrion is seeking a Subject Matter Expert 3 to support the NASA CPSS II team at NASA JSC. This role demands executive-level leadership across strategic planning, project planning, and complex program management to advance Artemis mission objectives.

Responsibilities include directing major programs, guiding multidisciplinary teams, negotiating with customers and senior leadership, and delivering actionable executive briefings.