INNOVIM is seeking a highly motivated Tools Portfolio Manager to support NASA’s
Earth Observing System Data and Information System (EOSDIS) Evolution and
Development 3 (EED-3) contract. Raytheon’s EED-3 team provides Earth scientists
and others access to data from NASA’s Earth Science missions.
Location: Based out of Annapolis, MD
Relocation Assistance: None available at this time
Remote: YES
Travel: Quarterly to Annapolis, MD for PI Planning
U.S. Citizenship Required
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Tool Portfolio Manager oversees the full lifecycle of organizational tools
and ensures they are effectively documented, evaluated, secured, governed, and
maintained. This role supports both internal teams and the scientific community
by providing clear guidance on tool selection, usability, and alignment with
operational and research needs. The manager is responsible for developing a
centralized, accessible tool library; modeling ROI for strategic tool decisions;
and implementing governance and security practices to ensure responsible,
compliant, and efficient tool usage across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Tool Documentation and Cataloging
Develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory of approved tools, including
detailed documentation on purpose, capabilities, dependencies, ownership, and
usage guidelines
Ensure the tool library is well‑organized, discoverable, and actively
maintained.
Evaluation and Assessment
Create and manage standardized evaluation processes to assess new and
existing tools for functional fit, usability, scalability, and long‑term
viability.
Provide structured recommendations for adoption, enhancement, or retirement.
ROI Modeling and Analysis
Build and maintain ROI models to analyze the value and operational impact of
tools.
Deliver data‑driven insights that guide tool selection, prioritization, and
lifecycle decisions.
Tool Lifecycle Management
Oversee all phases of the tool lifecycle, from initial selection and
onboarding to continuous review and decommissioning.
Monitor tool effectiveness to ensure alignment with organizational and
scientific requirements.
User Support and Consultation
Assist end users in identifying tools that address project needs or technical
challenges.
Offer guidance on tool capabilities, limitations, best practices, and
decision drivers.
Governance and Compliance
Implement governance policies and procedures to ensure consistent and
responsible tool usage.
Align tool management practices with organizational policies, procurement
standards, and audit requirements.
Security Oversight
Evaluate tools for compliance with cybersecurity standards and organizational
risk frameworks.
Collaborate with security teams to ensure proper access controls, monitoring,
and mitigation strategies.
Cross‑Team Collaboration
Partner with scientists, engineers, IT teams, and security personnel to
maintain alignment between tool capabilities and organizational goals.
Facilitate communication across stakeholders to ensure transparent and
informed decision‑making.
Required Skills and Experience
Background in software engineering, IT management, product management, or a
related technical discipline.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
10+ years of experience in the Earth Science domain, including support for
scientific workflows or tools.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate tool performance
and develop ROI models.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience producing
clear documentation and guidance.
Familiarity with lifecycle management, governance frameworks, and evaluation
methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with scientific communities, technical
teams, stakeholders, and end users.
Strong execution and follow‑through, with the ability to drive process
consistency and portfolio oversight.
Tool Lifecycle Management: Demonstrated experience managing tools or software
products through evaluation, onboarding, maintenance, and retirement phases.
Documentation & Cataloging: Strong ability to document tool purpose,
capabilities, dependencies, usage guidance, and governance criteria.
Security & Compliance Awareness: Ability to assess tools against
cybersecurity and compliance standards, ensuring risk controls and audit
readiness.
Communication & Consultation: Excellent skills in guiding users, translating
technical concepts, and supporting stakeholders in selecting appropriate
tools.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work effectively
across scientific communities, technical teams, and organizational
stakeholders.
Desired Skills and Experience
Technical Ecosystem Knowledge: Experience working within complex tool or
system environments, including integrations and infrastructure
considerations.
Earth Science Domain Competence: Familiarity with tools, workflows, or
research applications commonly used in Earth Science.
User Experience Sensitivity: Ability to evaluate and improve tool usability,
documentation clarity, and discoverability within a centralized library.
Data‑Driven Reporting: Skill in tracking portfolio health, usage patterns,
performance metrics, and operational value to inform strategic decisions.
Process Optimization: Ability to refine evaluation, governance, or support
workflows to improve consistency, effectiveness, and adoption.
INNOVIM is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science,
engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer
competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k
contribution and Educational/Training support.