Engineer Senior - Command & Data Handling / Networking Engineer
About The Position
This position is for an engineer who can work within the Command & Data Handling (CDH) subsystem team to support the definition of requirements, development of the architecture, implementation of the design, and verification of the subsystem for a spacecraft. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning, and excellent execution. What You'll Do: This Command & Data Handling (CDH) engineering role is a technical role. Serve as the Command and Data Handling subsystem lead on Civil Space and National Defense bus programs, responsible for delivering a C&DH subsystem that meets program technical, cost and schedule requirements. Serve as spacecraft networking lead, responsible for internal space vehicle networking and as part of a constellation of satellites. Work daily with the larger Command & Data Handling (CDH) team on technical definition, implementation, and verification. Support the definition and maintenance of the subsystem architecture and interfaces. A solid hardware backgrounds is required. Generate verification and validation plans, and work with Integration and Test team to ensure the subsystem meets requirements. Technical writing (procedural definitions, specifications, interfaces, analysis support and description documents). Prepare and give presentations to peers, customers, and management. Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. Perform other duties as necessary. On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required. Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment. May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required. May access other facilities in various weather conditions.
Requirements
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in electronics or avionics subsystem design or test, or computer networking.
- An understanding of requirements definition, decomposition, and flow-down, circuit design, interface definition, hardware specifications, interface control, analyses, and verification.
- Experience developing and delivering space qualified hardware.
- Intellectual curiosity combined with a solid desire to learn.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Effective in multidisciplinary teamwork environment.
Nice To Haves
- Network protocols (TCP, UDP, etc.).
- Network topologies, architectures, and design principles.
- Spacecraft communication protocols (CCSDS).
- Serial interfaces (SpaceWire, RS-422, UART, etc.).
- CCSDS.
- Certifications (CCNA, CCNP).
- Network security fundamentals (authentication, encryption, etc.).
Responsibilities
- Serve as the Command and Data Handling subsystem lead on Civil Space and National Defense bus programs, responsible for delivering a C&DH subsystem that meets program technical, cost and schedule requirements.
- Serve as spacecraft networking lead, responsible for internal space vehicle networking and as part of a constellation of satellites.
- Work daily with the larger Command & Data Handling (CDH) team on technical definition, implementation, and verification.
- Support the definition and maintenance of the subsystem architecture and interfaces.
- Generate verification and validation plans, and work with Integration and Test team to ensure the subsystem meets requirements.
- Technical writing (procedural definitions, specifications, interfaces, analysis support and description documents).
- Prepare and give presentations to peers, customers, and management.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- health savings accounts
- a 401(k) savings plan
- disability coverage
- life and accident insurance
- employee assistance program
- a legal plan
- discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
- company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
