What are the responsibilities and job description for the Configuration & Data Handling (C&DH) Support Engineer position at Cimarron Inc.?
Position Introduction/Key Duties
Cimarron is seeking a Configuration & Data Handling (C&DH) Support Engineer to support the Geostationary Extended Observations (GeoXO) satellite system program in Littleton, CO. GeoXO is NOAA’s next-generation Geostationary Extended Observations satellite system, designed to revolutionize how we monitor Earth’s atmosphere and oceans. GeoXO will deliver critical data to improve forecasts and increase preparedness for severe weather, air quality events, and harmful algal blooms. By enhancing public safety and delivering significant economic benefits, GeoXO represents a transformative step in safeguarding lives, property, and our nation’s resilience.
Key Duties
Required Skills, Experience, and Education :
Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/Disability/Veteran.
Cimarron is seeking a Configuration & Data Handling (C&DH) Support Engineer to support the Geostationary Extended Observations (GeoXO) satellite system program in Littleton, CO. GeoXO is NOAA’s next-generation Geostationary Extended Observations satellite system, designed to revolutionize how we monitor Earth’s atmosphere and oceans. GeoXO will deliver critical data to improve forecasts and increase preparedness for severe weather, air quality events, and harmful algal blooms. By enhancing public safety and delivering significant economic benefits, GeoXO represents a transformative step in safeguarding lives, property, and our nation’s resilience.
Key Duties
- Develop and maintain entry and exit criteria for Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Critical Design Review (CDR) milestones.
- Manage C&DH architecture requirements, configurations, and interfaces.
- Track and verify C&DH system-level design documentation, ensuring compliance with program requirements.
- Assign and track tasks and action items related to C&DH subsystems across engineering teams.
- Coordinate with hardware and software teams to ensure C&DH system integration aligns with program objectives.
- Review and validate C&DH-related stakeholder slide decks, technical documentation, and meeting minutes.
- Conduct regular follow-ups with C&DH engineers and stakeholders to track progress and resolve issues.
Required Skills, Experience, and Education :
- Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. Citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
- 2 or more years of related experience.
- Experience in Configuration and Data Handling (C&DH) engineering, particularly in space or airborne systems.
- Knowledge of C&DH architectures, data buses (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, Ethernet), and data processing systems.
- Understanding of C&DH software and firmware integration.
- Excellent technical documentation review and verification skills.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills, with experience working across multidisciplinary teams.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Experience supporting NASA, NOAA, or aerospace defense programs.
- Familiarity with PDR/CDR review processes and milestone tracking.
Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/Disability/Veteran.
