Systems Engineer

ASRC Federal•Norman, OK

39d•Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal Advanced Research LLC (AFAR) is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their Next Generation Weather Radar (NEXRAD) - Systems Engineering team that supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This is a full-time, on-site position at the Radar Operations Center (ROC) in Norman, OK. The NEXRAD Systems Engineering team provides comprehensive systems engineering support for the Weather Surveillance Radar 1988 Doppler (WSR-88D), also known as NEXRAD. They deliver essential lifecycle management for the radar's critical processing and networking infrastructure, specifically focusing on the Radar Data Acquisition (RDA) rack, the Radar Product Generator (RPG) rack, and all associated communications infrastructure.

Requirements

Must be a US Citizen.
Has resided in the US for three (3) consecutive years.
Possess a RealID Driver’s License/ID or current US Passport.
Must reside or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance to the Radar Operations Center (ROC) in Norman, OK.
A Bachelors (ABET) degree in Engineering or related IT field, such as Physics, Aerospace, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics.
6 - 9 years of related work experience.
Proficient in programming languages and scripts used in model and tool development (C, C++, Python).
Ability to work independently, as well as on a team, in an agile environment.
Ability to research, troubleshoot and problem solve quickly.
Ability to learn on the job/willing to self-teach.
Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written communication with high organization.

Nice To Haves

Experience with NAS facilities, systems, and equipment is desired.
Proficient with simulation tools for analysis (Matlab, Simulink).
Familiarity with hardware system design, schematics, and interconnects.
Demonstrates initiative with minimal oversight.
Experience working in a team environment.
Skilled in developing and authoring technical documentation.
Provides technical support.
Good written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develops and plans techniques to address real-time and anticipated engineering problems, including integrating new products and resolving code review issues.
Provides support for modernization and enhancement of systems as requested by the government.
Performs market research and evaluates needs for updating end-of-life hardware.
Identifies needs and drives the development and implementation of major processes.
Handles and documents trouble calls from product end users when needed.
Supports ongoing lab activities, including maintenance and development of lab hardware.
Maintains and develops lab hardware for continued operational support.
Manage and coordinate engineering projects, including scheduling and overseeing changes from initiation to completion.
Perform research and maintenance on weather systems hardware and software.
Originate, write, test, update, and document projects supporting weather system software.
Lead coordination, drafting, review, and editing of technical reports and drawings for final approval and distribution.
Provide support using programming languages such as C, C++, and Python.
Develop and configure software for system devices and hardware.