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Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a Network Architect for Avionic Gateway System and become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the Avionics Projects & Systems section in the Engineering Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract.
This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a Network Architect for Avionic Gateway System, you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team!
We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning.
Someone in this role would typically have a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience. This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.
**International travel may be required. Straight time overtime, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), and/or 1 day of telework per week may be available**

SOME OF YOUR MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• 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.

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and a minimum of five (5) years of experience.
• 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.

PREFERRED

• 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).

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency maybe 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.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors