Division Director,Aerospace

Position Title: Division Director,Aerospace

Employee Classification: Dir,Research Division,III

College/Division: Physical Science Laboratory

Department: 470600-PSL SPACE AEROSPACE

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Commensurate with education and experience

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.00

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  Join the PSL Aerospace team to lead UAS research, flight operations, and high altitude flight research

Classification Summary:
Primarily responsible for directing the operational, financial, regulatory, human resource and business activities of a large major externally funded research division with multiple reporting units. Oversees all research activities within the domain of the division. These activities will include analyzing, modifying, and developing improved structure as needed.

Classification Standard Duties:
Provide oversight direction and leadership for contract maintenance, renewal, and new contract acquisition successes. Ensure adherence to and compliance with applicable state, Federal and other government regulations, and expectations of other regulatory agencies and funding source. Responsible for development and maintenance of inter-institutional/governmental relationships, and other external bodies important to the future success of the research. Accountable for implementing and monitoring approved operations budget. Responsible for the supervision and management of multiple levels of technical, professional, administrative and support staff within the division.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience:Eight (8) years of increasingly progressive management experience in one or more areas that report to this position.; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of current and emerging internal and external issues impacting on the operational environment of the enterprise. Knowledge and understanding of the principles, processes, and requirements for strategic planning and development within a public institution. Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools. Knowledge and understanding of current and emerging research administration issues and trends. Knowledge of university and/or public institution budgeting and funding procedures, standards, and documentation requirements. Knowledge of institutional administration and fiscal control principles and procedures, as applied to a public university.; SKILLS:Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Strategic planning and performance measurement skills. Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups. Organizational planning, structuring, and staffing skills.; ABILITIES:Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a diverse range of constituencies. Ability to plan and evaluate programs. Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Ability to identify, evaluate, and accurately assess the viability of strategic opportunities available to the enterprise. Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
•Responsible for leading the UAS/Aerospace program and UAS Flight Test Site. Leads, executes, and manages the program and staff. Represents the university as a member of the Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence (ASSURE), working complex UAS issues in policy, regulations, standards, training, operations, and education.
•Direct interface and reporting between PSL and the FAA, DoD, DHS and other industry partners, customers and sponsors in support of all Aerospace related matters to include Business Development and sustainment.
•Conducts research for various UAS, scientific ballooning, and aerospace projects. Research can include literature reviews, trade studies, fundamental research, test design and development, testing, operations, data post processing and anal