Deputy Project Manager, ngGONG Design Project

Assn of Univ for Res in Astronomy, Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 155,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

The National Solar Observatory (NSO), operated by AURA, seeks a Deputy Project Manager for the ngGONG Design Project based in Boulder, CO. You will lead the on-site project office and coordinate with science, engineering, and administration to keep design reviews on track.

As a member of the project leadership team, you will guide day-to-day operations, mentor staff, and ensure collaboration across NSO, AURA, and partner institutions while supporting planning for CoDR, PDR, and future FDP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, astronomy, physics, or related areas.
• Ten+ years of progressively responsible leadership on complex science or engineering projects.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams.
• Experience with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and reporting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the PM's primary on-site representative in Boulder.
• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Boulder project office.
• Build a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Establish priorities and resolve issues to maintain momentum.
• Manage interfaces with NSO, AURA, and partner institutions.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and staff development.
• Coordinate planning and execution toward CoDR and PDR.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Planning & scheduling

Budgeting

Risk management

Cross-functional teamwork

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, astronomy, or physics

Advanced degree in engineering, astronomy, or physics

Tools

Earned Value Management

Control Account Management

Systems engineering practices

Job description

The National Solar Observatory (NSO), operated by AURA, seeks a Deputy Project Manager for the ngGONG Design Project based in Boulder, CO. You will lead the on-site project office and coordinate with science, engineering, and administration to keep design reviews on track.

As a member of the project leadership team, you will guide day-to-day operations, mentor staff, and ensure collaboration across NSO, AURA, and partner institutions while supporting planning for CoDR, PDR, and future FDP