ispace, inc. is a global lunar resource development company with the vision, “Expand our Planet. Expand our Future.” specializing in designing and building lunar landers and rovers. ispace aims to extend the sphere of human life into space and create a sustainable world by providing high-frequency, low-cost transportation services to the Moon. The company has offices in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States and is growing rapidly. ispace Technologies U.S., based in Englewood, Colorado, focuses on high-capacity payload lunar landers.

With locations in the U.S., Japan, and Europe, ispace is positioned to be a global leader in the exploration and development of the moon. Let's go to the moon together! Our team is growing, and we are actively looking for great people to join the ispace mission.

iSpace Technologies US is seeking a Network Engineer with a high level of technical expertise and the ability to work closely with our technology partners to design, implement, test, and successfully deploy the data networking architectures of our spacecraft. ispace US crewmates embrace the values of Integrity, Diversity, Respect, Ownership, Action, and Innovation!  This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team working to develop cutting edge technology advancements on the moon! 

Responsibilities

• Support projects, systems, and issues of varying complexity relating to network planning, configuration, and optimization.
• Integrate communication architectures, topologies, hardware, software, transmission and signaling links and protocols into complete network configurations.
• Lead network planning, architecture, design, and engineering.
• Evaluate new products and perform network problem resolution.
• Develop and document technical standards and implement approved methods of procedure.
• Design corporate standards, develop network enhancements, and provide tier support across organizations.
• Support network design and planning including topological design, network-synthesis, and network-realization.
• Engage in network architecture, including supporting network traffic flow and complex troubleshooting.
• Utilize network protocols including network traffic flow and security measures including TCP, UDP, and MRTG.
• Support network topology including schematic arrangement and assess physical and logical relationship of nodes.
• Implement network architecture and design.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline. We will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and / or experience.
• 5 years of related industry experiencein network architecture including supporting network traffic flow and complex troubleshooting.
• Knowledge in the Python programming language
• SQL query writing ability including joins, unions and complex cross database queries, knowledge of stored procedures and triggers in a MySQL/MariaDB environment
• Knowledge in system development (e.g. LINUX/UNIX, API proficiency)
• Ability to use personal computer and software applications
• Able to work in a team environment
• Ability to perform duties in a very fast pace environment and ability to learn new technology quickly
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office/Office 365
• Experience in diagraming software, such as Visio

• Agile and able to respond to dynamic priorities 
• Works with limited oversight from leadership
• Recommend business solutions for day-to-day contractual challenges.
• Experience working for Aerospace/Space Prime or sub-contractor strongly preferred
• Experience in startup environment a plus

• Competitive salary based upon experience - $90,000-$110,000. The salary range posted is a targeted range for budget of position. Base compensation can be negotiated and will be commensurate with experience, skills, education, and training.
• Equity/Stock options 
• Medical/vision/dental health benefits (Some 100% company paid options available for employee only) 
• Hybrid work schedule
• Company-paid public transportation on RTD buses and light rail (RTD EcoPass) 
• Paid vacation (18 days), Sick days (6 days), Holidays (14 paid holidays)
• 401(k)

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

ispace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with ispace is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All applicants who are offered employment with ispace US will be subject to a background investigation. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation conducted in accordance with Company policies and all applicable laws.

ispace Technologies, US, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

ispace Technologies, US, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program.