Senior Systems Engineer I/II - Secret Clearance Rocket Lab USASenior Systems Engineer I/II - Secret ClearanceTucson, ArizonaFull timeOur Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. Senior Systems Engineer I/II - Secret ClearanceRocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space.
Program Financial Analyst AURA NSF CentersProgram Financial AnalystTucson, AZ$85,000–$93,000 / yearPart timeNOIRLab is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) which operates as a matrix organization, providing services across a range of programs: Gemini, Rubin, MSO (CTIO and KPNO), and CSDC; with facilities in three geographic locations: Arizona, Chile and Hawai’i. This is a mid‑level, high‑impact role for a hands‑on financial analyst who enjoys partnering with leadership, translating technical financial data into insights, and supporting data‑driven decision‑making in a mission‑driven, scientific research environment.
Principal Software Architect AURA NSF CentersPrincipal Software ArchitectTucson, AZ$155,673–$189,559 / yearPart timeIn this highly influential leadership role, you will define the technology roadmap for a diverse portfolio of scientific and operational platforms spanning cloud computing, distributed systems, high-performance computing (HPC), data-intensive applications, and AI-enabled technologies. You will drive modernization efforts that advance scientific discovery, improve engineering productivity, and ensure the reliability and scalability of mission-critical systems supporting some of the world's most advanced astronomical facilities.
Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator AURA NSF CentersEnvironmental, Health & Safety CoordinatorTucson, AZ$70,736–$98,342 / yearPart timeExamples include, but are not limited to: reviewing fall protection equipment and programs, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), electrical safety (lockout/tagout, arc-flash etc.), rigging and lifting practices, scaffold assembly and use, PPE and its proper use and maintenance, equipment operator certifications, confined space evaluation, welding safety, fire prevention measures etc. Coordinates, schedules and provides OSHA, NFPA and other recommended safety training sessions for employees, volunteers and contractors, develops and delivers training as needed, ensures training records are maintained and up to date, and assists in the development of new training courses to address emerging safety and security needs.
Principal Software Architect National Optical Astronomy ObservatoryPrincipal Software ArchitectTucson, AZ$155,673–$189,559 / yearIn this highly influential leadership role, you will define the technology roadmap for a diverse portfolio of scientific and operational platforms spanning cloud computing, distributed systems, high-performance computing (HPC), data-intensive applications, and AI-enabled technologies. You will drive modernization efforts that advance scientific discovery, improve engineering productivity, and ensure the reliability and scalability of mission-critical systems supporting some of the worlds most advanced astronomical facilities.
Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator National Optical Astronomy ObservatoryEnvironmental, Health & Safety CoordinatorTucson, AZ$70,736–$98,342 / yearExamples include, but are not limited to: • reviewing fall protection equipment and programs • Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) • electrical safety (lockout/tagout, arc-flash etc.) • rigging and lifting practices • scaffold assembly and use • PPE and its proper use and maintenance • equipment operator certifications • confined space evaluation • welding safety • fire prevention measures etc. Coordinates, schedules and provides OSHA, NFPA and other recommended safety training sessions for employees, volunteers and contractors, develops and delivers training as needed, ensures training records are maintained and up to date, and assists in the development of new training courses to address emerging safety and security needs.
Program Financial Analyst National Optical Astronomy ObservatoryProgram Financial AnalystTucson, AZ$85,000–$93,000 / yearNOIRLab is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) which operates as a matrix organization, providing services across a range of programs: Gemini, Rubin, MSO (CTIO and KPNO), and CSDC; with facilities in three geographic locations: Arizona, Chile and Hawai'i. This is a mid‑level, high‑impact role for a hands‑on financial analyst who enjoys partnering with leadership, translating technical financial data into insights, and supporting data‑driven decision‑making in a mission‑driven, scientific research environment.
Science Intern AURA NSF CentersScience InternTucson, AZPart timeMust possess – 1) ability to read and understand instructions, drawings, safety guides, and other written materials necessary to perform job; 2) sufficient visual capacity to perform the applicable functions without assistance of visual aids other than eye contacts or eye glasses; 3) sufficient spoken aural capacity to hear and understand instructions, warning bells, fire alarms, or shouted instructions without assistance of auditory aids other than a hearing aid; and 4) ability to impart information orally so that others understand and can respond appropriately. Must possess - sufficient mobility, strength, or dexterity in both arms and hands and both legs to a) reach upward, sideways, downward to work with paper files; b) sufficient mobility and dexterity to utilize computer systems, fax machines, copiers, and other office machines.
Kitt Peak Visitor Center Evening Guide National Optical Astronomy ObservatoryKitt Peak Visitor Center Evening GuideTucson, AZMust possess - 1) ability to read and understand instructions, drawings, safety guides, and other written materials necessary to perform job; 2) sufficient visual capacity to perform the applicable functions without assistance of visual aids other than eye contacts or eye glasses; 3) sufficient spoken aural capacity to hear and understand instructions, warning bells, fire alarms, or shouted instructions without assistance of auditory aids other than a hearing aid; and 4) ability to impart information orally so that others understand and can respond appropriately. The Kitt Peak Visitor Center is comprised of the museum, retail gift shop, the four Kitt Peak Visitor Center (KPVC) telescopes and the NOIRLab Windows on the Universe Center for Astronomy Outreach (Windows Center) with its Science on Sphere (SoS), 3 Heliostats and future planetarium.
Science Intern National Optical Astronomy ObservatoryScience InternTucson, AZMust possess - 1) ability to read and understand instructions, drawings, safety guides, and other written materials necessary to perform job; 2) sufficient visual capacity to perform the applicable functions without assistance of visual aids other than eye contacts or eye glasses; 3) sufficient spoken aural capacity to hear and understand instructions, warning bells, fire alarms, or shouted instructions without assistance of auditory aids other than a hearing aid; and 4) ability to impart information orally so that others understand and can respond appropriately. Must possess - sufficient mobility, strength, or dexterity in both arms and hands and both legs to a) reach upward, sideways, downward to work with paper files; b) sufficient mobility and dexterity to utilize computer systems, fax machines, copiers, and other office machines.