On-Call Program Planning and Control Specialist

On-Call Program Planning and Control Specialist Job Description

Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are atop veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™

ASRC Federal System Solutions (AFSS) is seeking an on-call Project Planning and Control (PP&C) Specialist to provide expert-level support on a NASA contract located in Greenbelt, MD and Washington, D.C.

This on-call position supports all PP&C functions including cost estimating and analysis, schedule analysis and management, risk management and analysis, and budget/resources management. The role advises on project budgets and schedules, identifies and assesses risks, and supports independent review preparation and execution. Functions performed include developing PP&C training materials and delivering PP&C training, participating on Standing Review Boards (SRB), and conducting program/project independent review and analysis.

The individual works closely with program/project teams, SRB chairs, NASA/Goddard management and other stakeholders to ensure effective coordination, analysis, documentation, and communication on a wide spectrum of PP&C analysis and implementation activities.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of and experience with NASA project life cycles
• Strong knowledge of and experience with Project Planning and Control (PP&C) in all project lifecycle phases
• Strong understanding of activities involved in building and testing space flight hardware
• Strong understanding of NASA policies and procedures, especially those related to management of space flight hardware developments
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of technical and project management staff
• Proven ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet varying deadlines and competing priorities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Must meet government NAC and citizenship/permanent residency requirements for access to NASA GSFC; an extensive background investigation is required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of related experience.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law.

Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.