Network Engineer II
Direct Hire
All Qualified candidates will be contacted in 24 hours or less
In this role you will perform as the IT Network Engineer for the Modeling and Simulation Integrated Product Team (M&S IPT).
The M&S IPT supports NASA's Spaceport Command and Control System (SCCS), used for checkout and launch of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft. The successful candidate will contribute to the simulation infrastructure used to test the Launch Control System and train console operators supporting launch for NASA's Artemis program.
Responsibilities:
Work activities include design, development, integration, testing, documentation and support of the computer systems and network infrastructure required to support the M&S IPT.
Under general supervision, job duties will include:
• Review user requirements and perform analysis, design, implementation, installation, testing, maintenance and documentation related to new hardware and network designs
• Expert support for hardware and network architecture/design
• Ensuring compliance with applicable hardware standards, processes, and design philosophies
• Assist with real-time troubleshooting, anomaly resolution, and system recovery as necessary
• Participate in design panels, technical assessments, and analysis tasks to determine how new capabilities and changes will impact the products and rest of the system
BS degree in Computer Engineering, IT or related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 4 years of progressive, recent and relevant experience (additional education may be substituted for a portion of the experience)
• Full life cycle architecture, design, development, testing, integration, delivery and maintenance.
• Computer hardware architecture in support of near real time processing.
• Linux OS: kernel, threading, networking, and virtual machines.
• Installation/configuration of computer servers, switches, and other IT infrastructure.
• Planning implementation of enhancements and upgrades to the network.
• Administration and maintenance of computer hardware and software.
• Writing technical documentation.
• Producing consistent positive results with minimal direction and supervision.
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• Prioritizing and executing in a fast-paced environment with varying requirements and deadlines.
• Working both independently and in a team environment.
If offered a position, proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident/Green Card holder of the United States is required.
Desired Experience/Abilities:
• VMware vSphere
• Ansible Automation Platform
• CompTIA Server certification
• VMWare Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization certification.