Blue Origin · 16 hours ago
Lunar Network Engineer II
Greater Seattle Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$99K/yr - $139K/yr
3+ years expBlue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. They are seeking a Lunar Network Engineer II to support the hardware-in-the-loop integration and mission operations for lunar landers, ensuring effective technology support for internal customers.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Configure, deploy, and maintain IT hardware and mission support systems, including workstations, servers, networking equipment, video and voice communication infrastructure
Provide operational support for all mission systems command/control in critical test and operations environment, including troubleshooting end-user issues in highly visible, time sensitive situations
Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to ensure network stability and security across multiple sites
Diagnose and resolve complex network issues, facilitating smooth operational processes
Monitor network performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions
Support network upgrade and expansion projects, ensuring minimal disruption
Document network configurations, processes, and procedures for internal reference
Adaptively build highly robust, fault tolerant on-prem infrastructure to support unique customer requirements for data systems control and monitoring
Design, build, and maintain scalable, resilient infrastructure using tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS or other cloud platforms
Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or equivalent
Monitor system performance and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reliability
Troubleshoot and resolve production system issues, ensuring minimal downtime and impact
Work to improve system security in compliance with best practices and industry standards
Adapt quickly to new work scope and provide secondary support to unique one-off systems such as weather monitoring, fiber optics distribution, RF distribution/control towers, PKI, and datacenter facilities management
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3 years of recent experience in a networking, DevOps or similar role
Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience with network automation or scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible, REST APIs, Netconf/Restconf, or similar)
Experience using version control and collaboration tools (e.g., Git, code review platforms) to manage network configuration changes as code
Strong understanding of network protocols, configurations, and troubleshooting techniques
Proficiency with network hardware such as routers, switches, and firewalls
Experience with network monitoring, analysis tools, and cloud networking environments
Experience with infrastructure provisioning and management tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet
Strong customer service, excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to lift and install computer and rack-mounted equipment; comfortable with occasional ladder work
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking or a related field
Exposure to common enterprise, collaboration and project management tools
Familiarity with cloud and virtualization concepts
Knowledge of security basics: Encryption, patching, least privilege
Certifications such as CCNA, JNCIA, or similar are highly desirable
Experience in aerospace and/or operations environment
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
Recent News
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