Division Director, Aerospace

Division Director, Aerospace

19 Nov 2025
New Mexico, Las cruces, 88001 Las cruces USA

Division Director, Aerospace

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. Oversee all research activities within the domain of the division. These activities will include analyzing, modifying, and developing improved structure as needed.

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 analysis, and reporting. Reporting may include technical reviews, presentations, technical reports, project/program/final reports, and technical journal articles.

Responsible for leading PSL/NMSU efforts in all commercial and government scientific ballooning efforts.

Prepares and/or contributes to the preparation of reports, briefings, presentations, and responses on strategic planning issues. Provide input to the Director and supports research at the University.

Special Requirements:

Ability to obtain a DoD clearance and maintain clearance throughout employment.

This position is subject to random drug testing in compliance with its drug-free workforce requirements.

Travel is required.

For more information or to apply please use website link:

https://careers.nmsu.edu/jobs/502945

NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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