Astronomer

Smithsonian Institution · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

📍 Hilo, Hawaii 💰 $52680 – $68485/yr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Smithsonian Institution
Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Location: Hilo, Hawaii
Salary: $52680 – $68485/yr
Schedule: This position supports ongoing scientific observing operations. Work is performed on a rotating schedule that includes evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays as required by observing assignments and operational needs.
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: 3
Security Clearance: Not Required
Date Posted: 2026-09-22
Application Deadline: 2026-10-02

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Job Summary

This position serves as an Astronomical Observer supporting science and test operations of the Submillimeter Array (SMA). The incumbent operates complex submillimeter radio astronomy instrumentation during scheduled observing shifts; monitors antenna, receiver, correlator, and system performance; acquires and evaluates astronomical and engineering test data; and supports visiting and staff astronomers during scientific and technical observations.

Key Responsibilities

Operate the SMA during scheduled science, handling telescope startup/shutdown, array setup, and program execution.

Benefits

The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options. Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.

Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/ Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/

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Contact

stephanie.javier@sao.si.edu · 617-495-7074

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Smithsonian Institution , Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $52680 – $68485/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-02.

How many openings are available?

There are 3 openings for this position.

What is the work schedule?

This is a This position supports ongoing scientific observing operations. Work is performed on a rotating schedule that includes evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays as required by observing assignments and operational needs. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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