ASSOCIATE ANALYST, SCIENCE OPERATIONS

The Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) is a multi-mission science operations center for NASA’s flagship observatories. Our world-class astronomical research center is based on the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus in Baltimore, Maryland. This position can support hybrid work. Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to our local market. (MD, DE, VA, PA, DC & WV). This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Residence in order to meet ITAR requirements.

Role Description:

The Observation Planning Branch (OPB) in the Science Operations and Engineering Division (SCOPE) at STScI is seeking an Associate Analyst for Science Operations to support the Hubble Space Telescope (HST), James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), and the Roman Space Telescope. The members of OPB prepare the science, engineering, and calibration programs for long-range planning and short-term scheduling on the observatories. This team interacts with and provides customer support to the international science community to help them develop their astronomical science observations. Become part of a team that is passionate about the work they do in support of astronomers around the world, with the goal of expanding humanity’s exploration of the Universe.

 Your Role & Responsibilities:

• Support the development, implementation and flight preparation of HST, JWST, and Roman observing programs.
• Provide assistance to the HST, JWST, and Roman users from acceptance notification through program execution.
• Conduct verification, validation, implementation, and scheduling assessments of assigned observing programs while ensuring all operational databases correctly reflect program status.
• Perform software development tasks as needed to maintain software tools that facilitate the functions listed above.

Your Qualifications:

Qualified applicants required knowledge, skills and abilities include:

• Ability to work independently and carry through assigned tasks
• Ability to formulate and resolve problems through research and application of standard scientific, mathematical and computational skills and techniques
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships, both internally and externally
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and follow-through as required
• Capacity to work in and actively contribute to a team work environment
• Ability to work various shift times to cover 24/7 activities during Roman operations rehearsals, during Roman commissioning, and through about 3 months after launch
• United States citizenship or permanent residency. ITAR clearance is required.
• Ability to program in Python or a similar language.

Education:

Applicants require a minimum of a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Astronomy, Physics or in a related field.  Substitution of additional relevant education or experience for stated qualifications may be considered.

Experience:

A minimum of six months (Master’s) to one year (Bachelor’s) experience in technical support or spacecraft operations activities is preferred, but not required. Experience in planning and executing astronomical observations desirable. The starting salary is commensurate to the candidate’s education and experience.

Our excellent benefits include:

• Employer retirement contribution – direct STScI contribution of 10% of your salary from your first day
• 12 days sick leave, up to 24 days’ vacation, and 10 paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule with healthy work/life balance
• Comprehensive medical/dental/vision/prescription plans, and more!

Salary rage is $78,500-$95,500.

TO APPLY: Please upload a resume, cover letter and online application using this link: ASSOCIATE ANALYST, SCIENCE OPERATIONS

Applications received by 08/14/2025 will receive full consideration. Applications received after this date will be considered until the position is filled.

Explore all career opportunities at www.stsci.edu/opportunities

Individuals needing assistance with the employment process can contact us at careers@stsci.edu.

 

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