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Physical Scientist, AST, Science Program Management (Direct Hire)
Headquarters, NASA
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Apply on Headquarters, NASA’s website Workplace On-site
Employment Full-time
Location Huntsville, AL
Salary $147,945–$197,200/yr
Career field Science
Matched occupation Physical Scientists, All Other
Posted Oct 9, 2026
Source USAJobs (federal)
About this role
As a Physical Scientist (AST, Science Program Management) with the Astrophysics Division, you will ensure alignment of technology investments with the Division's strategic vision and co-develop a long-term technology roadmap with the Astrophysics Chief Technologist and Division staff. You will also engage with Technologists across the Science Mission Directorate (SMD) and other government agencies to identify opportunities for Astrophysics and enhance the alignment of NASA investments.
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Career context
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Matched career Physical Scientists, All Other
Science $122,570US median annual pay
+0.6%Projected growth
2,000Annual openings
22,300Currently employed
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