What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Engineer position at METECS?
METECS is an engineering and applied technology company that provides high-fidelity simulation and software development for NASA’s Johnson Space Center. We are seeking a Network Engineer.
In this position you will support the NASA Rockyard and other related testing facilities under the Extravehicular and Human Activities Program (EHP) at Johnson Space Center (JSC). You will perform all tasks related to creating and supporting wireless networks technologies, primarily Wi-Fi and 3GPP. This will involve coordination, planning, designing, operational support, and troubleshooting of wireless devices used during various Lunar based testing scenarios. Additionally, you will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of antennas and any other wireless equipment, as well as coordinating and performing upgrades / relocations of equipment to support the customer's needs.
Required Qualifications:
About METECS:
We are a high-performance team providing advanced engineering, software, and simulation solutions for government (including NASA) and other commercial customers utilizing a wide variety of in-house, commercial, and open-source technologies. Our specialties include robotics automation, hardware/software integration, immersive computer graphics, XR systems and advanced web-based tools.
METECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
In this position you will support the NASA Rockyard and other related testing facilities under the Extravehicular and Human Activities Program (EHP) at Johnson Space Center (JSC). You will perform all tasks related to creating and supporting wireless networks technologies, primarily Wi-Fi and 3GPP. This will involve coordination, planning, designing, operational support, and troubleshooting of wireless devices used during various Lunar based testing scenarios. Additionally, you will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of antennas and any other wireless equipment, as well as coordinating and performing upgrades / relocations of equipment to support the customer's needs.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Background in computer networking technology, software, and protocols
- Experience in set up and configuration of wireless network hardware
- Background in wireless network principles
- Experience with socket programming, TCP/IP stack
- Experience writing software and scripting
- Able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
- Experience working in a lab-based team environment
- Knowledge of computer networking technology, design, management, tooling, security, and troubleshooting techniques
- Experience with Linux scripts
- Experience with IEEE 802.11 standards
About METECS:
We are a high-performance team providing advanced engineering, software, and simulation solutions for government (including NASA) and other commercial customers utilizing a wide variety of in-house, commercial, and open-source technologies. Our specialties include robotics automation, hardware/software integration, immersive computer graphics, XR systems and advanced web-based tools.
METECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
