Senior Technical Program Liaison

Position Description: Position SummaryThe National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe including the famous Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile. These telescopes are among the most advanced in the world allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA) is an array of 66 radio antenna located high in the Chilean Andes. Its scientific capabilities are by a large factor better than any other millimeter wave radio telescope. It was commissioned in 2013 and is to date the largest ground-based astronomical project. ALMA is supported by a diverse team of people in 4 continents (North America South America Europe and Asia). We are seeking an experienced technical lead with strong organizational and communications skills to join the NRAO Data Management and Software department. As the Senior Technical Program Liaison for ALMA Software and Computing you will work with North American (NA) software and computing managers and technical experts as well as ALMA partners in Europe East Asia and Chile to strategize plan and coordinate activities in support of ALMA technical development projects and operational support. The successful applicant will have an important role in contributing to the planning and leadership for the next generation of significant software upgrades to the ALMA telescope. This position will be located at one of the NRAO facilities in Charlottesville (VA) Socorro (NM) Albuquerque (NM) or Green Bank (WV). Fully remote work may be possible for a highly qualified You Will be Doing:You will be the primary liaison between NA ALMA software and computing teams and ALMA partner computing and software managers to coordinate development efforts ensure operational integrity of the ALMA telescope and align expectations across technical teams management and executives. The successful applicant will need to work with international stakeholders to ensure technical project status risks resourcing allocations and metrics are documented communicated and aligned. While this position will not have any direct personnel or project management responsibilities skills and experience in those areas will be successful applicant will:Act as the primary liaison representing NA software and computing activities to an international ALMA computing management teamCoordinate with science operational stakeholders to ensure software and computing plans align with requirementsRepresent NA software and computing status and risks in ALMA meetings and international forumsCollaborate with NRAO and international teams to develop management plans project schedules resource allocations data management plans and technical risk registers for large scale initiativesCoordinate and track operational upgrades and communicate implications Participate in multi-country ALMA-wide technical meetingsCommunicate effectively with staff at all ALMA sitesWork EnvironmentThe successful candidate will join a team of professionals engaged in research and development in the fields of science engineering software development computing and education. Work is typically performed in a research or development environment. Must be able to operate a personal computer. May occasionally work at high altitudes. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Domestic and international travel will be required at a level of two to four one-week trips per You Are: You have a bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Information Systems Data Management Data Science or equivalent combination of education and experience required in a closely related field. An advanced degree in a closely related field is have at least seven years of experience in software or computing infrastructure design and development with at least three years of experience in leading a technical group or projects. You are knowledgeable about traditional project management tools and techniques. Experience with Agile frameworks is desirable. You have strong interpersonal and group communications skills oral and must be able to participate in international meetings that may take place between 10.00-13.00 UTC and 20.00 to 22.00 must be able to travel to domestic and international working meetings at a level of approximately two to four one-week trips per year. Familiarity with radio astronomy theories and practices is in personnel management is desirable. Additional RequirementObservatory employees must be authorized to work in the United Rewards: Associated Universities Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees overall well-being and career strives to attract and retain dedicated highly qualified competent and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education experience skills competencies other qualifications of the successful candidate as well as internal equity and labor market open rank positions the starting salary/hourly rates for each level is between:Exempt Range $110000-$130000Benefits:AUIs benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days additional time off for doctor/dentist visits and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. AUIs retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participants base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental tax-deferred plan for employee retirement Instructions: Select the Apply Now button. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the positionEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement please visit If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process you may submit your request by sending an email to PM20