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Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) · 4 hours ago

Systems Engineer IV

Greenbelt, MD, Lanham, MD, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$135K/yr - $150K/yr

10+ years exp

Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) is seeking a Systems Engineer IV to support an Earth Science contract at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. The role involves providing systems engineering support, translating scientific needs into software requirements, and ensuring data quality and compliance for federal archives.

Machine LearningManufacturingSoftware EngineeringWeb Development

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Translate scientific and operational needs into software and data system requirements for federal archives (e.g., NSIDC)

Ensure proper handling, temporary hosting, and management of datasets from field campaigns and validation efforts

Oversee data quality, consistency, and compliance with metadata standards before archival

Collaborate with scientists, data managers, and archive personnel to ensure systems meet mission and science objectives

Qualification

Systems engineeringSoftware engineeringData managementMetadata standardsTechnical documentationTroubleshootingCollaboration

Required

Master's degree in computer science, systems engineering, physics, atmospheric science or related field and 10 years' experience in software engineering or development. Or, the equivalent combination of education and experience

Ability to define, document, and manage software and data system requirements

Understanding of scientific data lifecycle, metadata standards (e.g., ISO 19115, CF conventions), ingestion, and long-term preservation practices

Experience ensuring data integrity, consistency, and compliance with standards before archival

Knowledge of software tools, databases, and APIs used for data access, search, and management

Collaborate effectively with scientists, data managers, and archive centers to align technical solutions with mission needs

Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in data workflows or system integration

Produce clear technical documentation and communicate requirements and procedures to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Company

Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)

Science Systems and Applications, Inc.

Founded in 1977

Lanham, Maryland, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.ssaihq.com

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