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METECS · 16 hours ago

Network Engineer

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

METECS is an engineering and applied technology company that provides high-fidelity simulation and software development for NASA’s Johnson Space Center. We are seeking a Network Engineer to support the NASA human spaceflight program Artemis via the Artemis Network Validation and Integration Lab (ANVIL), participating in the development, integration, and validation of the Gateway vehicle network architecture.

Graphic DesignRoboticsSimulation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Developing and testing visiting vehicle concepts and interfaces

Demonstrating Time Triggered Ethernet operational concepts and incorporating commercial network interfaces with Gateway network

Exercising Gateway operational scenarios to mature TTE network scheduling capabilities including support for utilization and security

Supporting development testing for utilization of Gateway TTE network for end devices, such as audio, video, Gateway Portable Computers, wireless access points

Supporting Gateway-wide avionics and flight software teams with network expertise

Qualification

Computer networking technologyNetwork designPython programmingLinux operating systemsSocket programmingC/C++ programmingTime Triggered EthernetSoftware developmentScripting solutionsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience

Strong background in computer networking technology, software, and protocols

Experience in network design and network administration

Proficiency in Python programming

Experience with Linux operating systems

Ability to develop software and scripting solutions

Knowledge of socket programming

Ability to collaborate effectively in a lab-based team environment

Citizenship or lawful permanent resident required due to federal position

Preferred

Knowledge of computer networking technology, design, management, tooling, security, and troubleshooting techniques

Experience with real-time embedded programming using C/C++

Familiarity with VxWorks RTOS

Experience with SAE AS 6802 Time Triggered Standard IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet) standards, ARINC 664 Part 7 Aircraft Data Network – Full-Duplex Switched Ethernet Networks, Internet Protocol Suite (IPS), and hardware cabling standards