Avionics Network Engineer

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Avionics Network Engineerto join the team with our Engineering Division.

We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.

The Avionics Network Engineer will:

Develop knowledge of the avionic network system design

Maintain and update spacecraft avionics lab hardware and software

Work in an Integrated Product Team to develop and test safety-critical networking

Configure and troubleshoot development hardware and software with limited documentation

Identifying bugs, and work with the product vendor to reproduce and resolve

Communicate and demonstrate progress to management

Organize and manage multiple priorities

Work in an Agile, fast-paced environment

Perform other duties as required

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidates experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area or experience in the field

Knowledge of Computer Networking

Familiarity with Network Troubleshooting Techniques

Knowledge of Linux or Unix environments

Experience with a Scripting language such as Python, BASH

Knowledge of C/C Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude

Must be local to the JSC area and willing to work onsite at Johnson Space Center on a regular basis

Self-starter who can understand and absorb new concepts quickly

Requisition Preferences:

Experience with application of computer network technology in space system

Experience with spacecraft avionics and circuit design or analysis is a plus

Familiar with Git or other similar configuration management/version control systems

Familiar with commercial products available in computer networking technology

Familiar with Time-Triggered Ethernet (TTE) (SAE AS6802) and AFDX (ARINC 664p7)

Familiar with network cabling standards

Familiar with VxWorks RTOS

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

Excellent personal and professional career growth

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position .

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.