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Location

Date Posted

Technical Support Manager      

994

NSO

Sunspot, NM

11/13/2009

The National Solar Observatory is a world-class research facility in the mountains of southern New Mexico.  Our facility has an immediate opening for a Technical Support Manager to provide management support for the Sacramento Peak Observatory observing facilities and associated astronomical instrumentation.  The Technical Support Manager will oversee observing facilities and instrumentation operations and will organize and schedule work of technical personnel. He/she serves as the interface between the scientific and technical staff and works closely with instrument partners to coordinate common interest activities. NSO offers an excellent compensation/benefit package.

Position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and at least five years of experience in instrument development and management or supervision of highly complex apparatus. The ability to maintain morale, inspire confidence, and obtain cooperation of associates, subordinates, contractors, and other personnel is essential. Also, must have the initiative and resourcefulness to solve technical, operating, and administrative problems. Must be able to prepare and present accurate and complete verbal and written communications. Experience/skills with any or all of the following are a plus: astronomy, physics, optics, electronics, software and mechanical.

Please send resume to:

Rex Hunter, Administrative Manager

AURA/National Solar Observatory

P. O. Box 62

Sunspot, NM  88349-0062

NOAO and NSO are affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employers.

NOAO and NSO actively support efforts to broaden participation in all Observatory activities. Women and candidates from under represented minorities are particularly encouraged to apply.