York Space Systems LLC · 1 day ago
Embedded Software Network Engineer Senior
York Space Systems is an innovative aerospace company focused on improving spacecraft affordability and reliability. They are seeking a senior embedded software network engineer to design, develop, test, and verify flight software that facilitates data movement between space vehicles and ground entry points.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
Responsibilities
Design and Implement Network Infrastructure: develop and configure network setups to facilitate seamless data flow between hardware devices and software applications
Optimize Data Transport: ensure efficient data transport protocols for low latency, high throughput, and minimal packet loss, optimizing across hardware and software layers
Manage IP Routing and Switching: configure and maintain IP routing, switching protocols, and VLANs to direct traffic and segment network infrastructure as required by applications
Monitor Network Performance: continuously monitor network health, using tools to identify bottlenecks or errors in real-time data movement and troubleshoot issues promptly
Set Up Network Security: implement security protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, and access control lists (ACLs), to protect data integrity and prevent unauthorized access
Configure and Integrate Hardware: exploit various network devices (routers, switches, load balancers) to ensure compatibility and optimize data flow paths
Develop and Maintain Network Documentation: create and update documentation for network architecture, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for current and future use
Collaborate with Cross-functional Teams: work closely with software, hardware, and infrastructure teams to align network configurations with application and hardware requirements
Strong hands-on experience with MPLS:
LDP, RSVP-TE, traffic engineering
Label switching and path optimization
Solid understanding of:
TCP/IP, UDP
Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP)
Multicast and QoS
Manage IP Addressing and DNS Configuration: allocate and manage IP addresses, configure DNS records, and ensure proper IP subnetting for network devices and applications
Participate in Network Upgrades: assist in planning and executing upgrades to network hardware and software, ensuring minimal disruption to data flow
Troubleshoot Connectivity Issues: diagnose and resolve issues in data movement between devices and applications, leveraging network analysis tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or engineering related field
5+ years of experience working with network infrastructure, software, and data transport protocols
Experience supporting an embedded/deployed environment
Experience debugging software/network interactions and possible failure modes
Experience developing and configuring networks, configuring and maintaining IP routing, using tools to identify network bottlenecks, implementing security protocols, working with network devices
Proficient with Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)
Experienced with IP Addressing and DNS Configuration
Must be clearance eligible and ability to maintain an active Secret Clearance or higher
Love space!
Preferred
Master's Degree in computer science or engineering related field
8+ years of experience working with network infrastructure, software, and data transport protocols in space
Secret Clearance
Benefits
Medical
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PTO
401K
Company
York Space Systems LLC
York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming and enabling next generation space mission operations worldwide.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-10-04Acquired
2015-10-15Angel
2015-01-01Seed
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