[net.jobs] NASA long term opening, last posting

eugene@ames.UUCP (Eugene Miya) (01/31/85)

NASA

COMPUTING SCIENTISTS


The Computer Systems Division of NASA-Ames Research Center, located in the 
San Francisco Bay Area, invites applications for two senior positions:

Chief, Computational Research and Technology Branch

Provides technical direction and creative leadership for one of NASA's 
largest computing science research organizations through personal research 
efforts and by selection of projects which provide significant research 
opportunities for members of the organization.  Current research activities 
are concentrated in graphics, concurrent processing, and data flow 
architectures.  Branch staff includes approximately 15 computer scientists 
and engineers.  PhD in mathematics, physics, engineering, or closely 
related discipline is strongly desired.


Chief, Program Analysis Office

Responsible for strategic ADP planning, including determination of overall 
technical requirements, design and integration approaches, identifying 
needed resources, and budget forecasting and tracking.  Defines goals and 
objectives for integrating the functions of the organization with the 
computational activities at Ames and NASA Headquarters.  Provides technical 
planning and monitoring of major projects.  Manages the Center's master 
programming contracts.  Staff includes approximately eight members.  
Undergraduate degree in computer science, mathematics, or related 
engineering field combined with advanced degrees and broad computer 
technology management background is desired.


NASA-Ames is a Federal research laboratory pursuing theoretical, 
computational, experimental, and applied research in aeronautics, 
astronautics, and human performance in the aerospace environment.  
Excellent computer facilities include CRAY X-MP, CYBER 205, IBM 4381, VAX 
11/785 quad, and advanced graphics laboratory.  Provision is made for 
competitive salaries for highly qualified individuals.  Anticipated salary 
range $49,000 to 59,000.  Civil service status not required.  Must be U.S. 
Citizen.  Please send resume or SF 171 Personal Qualifications Statement 
to:  D. E. Schilling, MS 241-6, NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, 
CA  94035   

An equal opportunity employer.

Applications by minorities are encouraged.