Missions Operations Systems Engineer

Resource Associates of Nevada is seeking a Missions Operations Systems Engineer in Southern California. At RAI, we strive to provide the next generation of cutting-edge technologies. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in engineering, software development, and other key areas. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, matching 401k plan, and other benefits given below, excellent training, and a vibrant working environment. Our employees are exceptional, giving us a competitive advantage by innovating solutions with a strong sense of mission and integrity.Position: Mission Operations Systems EngineerLocation: Southern CaliforniaJob DescriptionResponsibilities:RAI is seeking a talented and experienced Operations, System, and Software engineer to assist Mars Science Laboratory in scheduling communications activities with Mars orbiters and the Deep Space Network:• Performing the Mars Science Laboratory tactical communications process and delivering the resulting spacecraft sequences. The generation of data volume predicts using orbiter SPK files and SPS files. • Essential knowledge includes how to translate that into data volume estimates and protocols to follow for work with other missions when there are strict operational constraints. • Diagnose and engage support when issues arise in connecting to non-MSL interfaces. To support streamlining the operations process the ideal candidate will also possess the software skills necessary to assist in the operations work. Required Skills: • 5+ years of software development in Python and full stack web development • Software development will include full stack web development including python and Django expertise for back-end and JS/CSS/HTML for frontend • 2+ years of experience working with multiple NASA missions and the Deep Space Network and deep understanding of their process and terminology • Working experience with Linux operating system environments • Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a team environment • Experience troubleshooting cross mission software interfaces • Highly responsive work ethic • Deep understanding of multiple JPL proprietary software systems and interfaces for tracking orbital details and DSN availability Desired skills: • 2+ years of experience with Mars surface mission operations. A focus on strategic telecom work is highly desired • General understanding and application of standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques in software engineering field and knowledge of the software lifecycle • GUI web development experience to build charting and reporting capabilities • Comprehensive understanding of NAIF spice kernels to track spacecraft positioning is highly desired • Experience developing/testing software tools and applications • Experience working with instrument and/or spacecraft operations teams • General knowledge of instrument and spacecraft operations or ground data system operations • General knowledge of applicable Laboratory policies and procedures, NASA policies and procedures, and government regulations Education: Requires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering with a minimum of 8 years’ experience, or a Master’s degree in similar disciplines with 4+ years of related experience, or PhD with 2+ years of related experience. Employee Benefits:RAI offers a comprehensive benefits program including various options in these plans:

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision
• Life, AD&D, Short Term, Long Term Disability and Vol Life