Network Architect for Avionic Gateway System

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Network Architect for Avionic Gateway System for the JETS II contract , supporting the Space division.

JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: Houston, TX

JOB STATUS: Full-Time

TRAVEL: n/a

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

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

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5 - 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required
• Must have minimum 5 years of relevant experience in engineering
• Must have knowledge and understanding of ethernet network architecture and network hardware development
• Must have a knowledge of spacecraft avionics and space hardware development
• Must have knowledge and understanding of SE&I processes, methodologies, tools and technologies
• Must have good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Must have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, critical thinking process.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Should have knowledge of IEEE 802.1, IEEE 802.3, ARINC 664-P7, and AS 6802
• Should have Network Certification (CCNP, CCAr, CompTia Network
• Should have knowledge of Avionic Hardware and/or Flight Processes/Paperwork
• Should have experience in the NASA systems
• Should have experience with Flight Hardware and/or Flight Processes/Paperwork or prior working experience with Shuttle or International Space Station flight operations
• Should be familiar with Hardware for Critical Network Timing Systems used in Command and Telemetry type systems
• Should be familiar with Data Analysis, Data Recording, and Network Simulation Tools
• Should have experience with network automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Linux Bash Scripting)
• Should have familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Network Architect supports the Gateway Command and Data Handling (C&DH) System, a critical sub-system of the Gateway Program which will return to the Moon
• Support network configuration, VLAN, architecture
• Support Time Trigger Ethernet design and network integration
• Support FPGA/ASIC development/procurement of hardware/software and interface
• Support ethernet protocols and internet protocols for Quality of Service, network end systems, wired network switches, and wireless design
• Review design and create models for performance and reliability studies
• Support cybersecurity efforts including application of NIST 800-53
• Support sub-project requirement and verification data packages to support architecture requirements, design, verification/validation, operations, and sustaining engineering
• Support product life cycle reviews, coordinate integration, verification and validation activities
• Work with requirements to align with hardware specifications while understanding the verifications
• Review verification and validation reports to verify compliance with requirements
• Participate and contribute to system requirements reviews, preliminary design reviews and critical design reviews
• Work and present schedule and progress to customers
• Must have good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Perform other duties as required

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Flexible time off (FTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to Be the Difference. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of whats possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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