Systems Engineer Gateway Networking Systems
Senior Engineer Specialist
ADV00065C
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas at NASA Johnson Space Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Gateway Command and Data Handling (C&DH) System, a critical sub-system of the Gateway Program which will return to the Moon
• Support network configuration, VLAN, architecture
• Support FPGA/ASIC development/procurement of hardware/software and interface
• Support ethernet protocols and internet protocols for Quality of Service, network end systems, wired network switches
• Review design and create models for performance and reliability studies
• Support cybersecurity efforts including application of NIST 800-53
• Support sub-project requirement and verification data packages to support architecture requirements, design, verification/validation, operations, and sustaining engineering
• Support product life cycle reviews, coordinate integration, verification and validation activities
• Work with requirements to align with hardware specifications while understanding the verifications
• Review verification and validation reports to verify compliance with requirements
• Participate and contribute to system requirements reviews, preliminary design reviews and critical design reviews
• Work and present schedule and progress to customers
• Must have good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Perform other duties as required

Education and Experience:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• BS in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school
• Fifteen (15) years of related experience.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of ethernet network architecture and network hardware development
• Must have knowledge of spacecraft avionics and space hardware development
• Must have knowledge and understanding of SE&I processes, methodologies, tools and technologies
• Must have good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Should have knowledge of IEEE 802.1, IEEE 802.3, ARINC 664-P7, and AS 6802
• Should have Network Certification (CCNP, CCAr, CompTia Network+)

Preferences:

• Must have a BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering school
• Knowledge of Flight Hardware and/or Flight Processes/Paperwork
• Experience with NASA processes

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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