The ignition switch controls the glow plugs, not the NSS switch....
Read this thread, about a member bypassing his, when he did the conversion...
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/333235-need-help-nss-going-auto-manual-trans.html
The issue is, are they coming on? or is just the glow plug light coming on?
I am not sure, if there is a ground issue...If this would cause the light to flicker...or not....The only other things that will cause this....Is the relay or ignition switch...