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Job Description

Job Description

MDW Associates is seeking a Senior Advisor to support and expand our work across NASA and Space programs. This senior role is designed for a leader who operates at the intersection of mission execution, rapid acquisition, and innovation, helping space programs move efficiently from concept to capability.

The Advisor will support high-visibility space initiatives-such as advanced power systems, lunar and cislunar infrastructure, and emerging mission technologies-by aligning acquisition strategy, financial execution, and program governance with mission timelines and national priorities.

This role is at Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio. This role is 100% at client site.

The Senior Advisor may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties :

• Support NASA mission portfolios by accelerating the transition of advanced technologies into executable programs and fielded capabilities.
• Collaborate with NASA centers, mission directorates, and cross-functional tiger teams to enable rapid progress on complex space initiatives (e.g., lunar surface systems, power and energy solutions, next-generation exploration capabilities).
• Serve as a trusted advisor to government stakeholders on mission execution strategies, innovation pathways, and program acceleration.
• Apply rapid acquisition and agile program management principles to space and science missions operating under compressed timelines or novel acquisition constructs.
• Assist in structuring programs, task orders, and funding strategies that support iterative development, testing, and deployment.
• Help bridge the gap between research, demonstration, and sustained mission operations.
• Lead or support financial planning, budget formulation, execution tracking, and multi-year phasing for NASA programs and projects.
• Analyze program performance, funding alignment, and execution risks; provide clear, actionable insights to government and MDW leadership.
• Prepare executive-level briefings, dashboards, and decision materials supporting mission reviews and portfolio oversight.
• Foster collaboration across NASA centers, industry partners, national labs, and academia to support mission-driven innovation.
• Contribute to MDW's growth in the civil space domain by shaping new work, mentoring teams, and helping define best practices for rapid mission enablement.
• Support thought leadership initiatives related to space acquisition, mission innovation, and emerging technology transition.

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Company Description

Incorporated in 2012, MDW is a small business headquartered in McLean, VA with a strong presence in Huntsville, AL. We provide Federal government clients with financial management, strategic planning, acquisition, and program execution. Our mission is to make our clients more successful by providing honest assessments, exceptional analysis, innovative thinking and unwavering client partnership.

Our core capabilities include :

MDW Associates, LLC ("MDW") is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or any other unlawful basis unrelated to the ability to do the job. MDW seeks to employ talented, ethical, and entrepreneurial-minded persons. Our applicants and employees are protected from discrimination as required by Federal law.

Additional Information

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package for our employees, including but not limited to :