RPS Engineer - Kennedy Space Center
Record & Playback Subsystem (RPS) Ops Engineers support Command, Control, & Communication by providing data recording, retrieval, playback, processing, displays, and analysis of ground & flight telemetry for the Space Launch System. This candidate will be tasked to configure DEWESoft application for acquisition, decommutation, EU conversion, distribution, and display of various telemetry types. The candidate will also frequently collaborate with NASA Counterpart for validation planning, document reviews, technical system operations discussions, document generation and Problem Report reviews as needed. Finally, the RPS engineer will develop test cases to validate/revalidate the RPS systems. We are looking for a team member who will accurately communicate ideas in verbally and in writing, and who will foster a positive work atmosphere with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
The selected candidate will hire into the Training Academy where they will receive initial training on the Launch Control System and various groups within the Command & Control directorate. The candidate will be transferred to the RPS department upon completion of required training.
Job Requirements:
The candidate will be transferred to the RPS department upon completion of required training.
Required:
- Completed BS degree in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, May 2022 or earlier.
- Willingness to learn Spacecraft Telemetry handling techniques
- In depth knowledge of the hexadecimal, octal, and binary numbering systems
- Basic knowledge of Ethernet networks and protocols
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- If offered a position, proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident/Green Card holder of the United States is required.
Preferred qualifications:
- Knowledge of Data Exchange Message (DEM) packet communication, Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) packet commanding and/or telemetry
- Knowledge all aspects of the Software Development Lifecycle
- Experience with C++ & C#
- Experience with Visual Studio
- The ability to develop software documentation
- The ability to do man-hour estimates
- Experience with GIT