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Qwaltec IncorporatedSee more

addressAddressLas Cruces, NM
type Form of workFull-Time
CategoryInformation Technology

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Description

  

Qwaltec is seeking an entry level Systems Engineer in Las Cruces, New Mexico to support new and existing NASA Space Network projects located at the NASA White Sands Complex. 

Operating here are two functionally identical satellite ground terminals: The White Sands Ground Terminal, and the Second TDRSS Ground Terminal. These ground terminals ensure uninterrupted communications between various ground stations, NASA's orbiting fleet of Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), customer spacecraft (satellites), and the computer systems that support such spacecraft. WSC serves as an interface for distributing satellite data to control centers and scientists who then use the daily influx of data to expand our ever-growing knowledge of the Earth and the universe.

The successful candidate will perform the following duties:

  • Support of the Space Network      mission, Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS) constellation, and the      NASA customer
  • Requirements development,      tracking, and analysis
  • Assessment of hardware, network,      and/or software system designs
  • Development of technical      documentation including test procedures, test and status reports,      procurement specifications, Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), and Interface      Control Documents (ICDs)
  • Development, coordination and      presentation of Key Decision Point (KDP) Presentations (e.g. PDCR, SRR,      ORR, etc.)
  • Test and integration of new      hardware and/or software into existing operational and support systems
  • System analysis with emphasis on      operational sustainability, risk, safety and security
  • Use of engineering methodologies      and techniques to perform technical trades
  • Proactively identifies technical      problems during all project life phases

Requirements

  

Required Experience 

  • Bachelor's      Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Math, Science, or other related technical      field is required.
  • 1+ years of      relative work experience. 
  • Security      Clearance - this position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a      secret security clearance. In order to obtain a clearance, you need to be      a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.

Preferred Experience 

  • Active      security clearance.
  • Familiarity      with NASA System Engineering processes or the System Engineering      discipline.
  • Prior      experience with Space Network and TDRS knowledge.
  • Prior      experience with satellite ground station design/implementation, RF theory,      and antenna design/operation
  • Demonstrated      ability to communicate effectively both in written and verbal forms with      vendors, peers, upper-level management and the NASA customer
  • Strong      problem solving and analytical skills, as well as, effectively juggle      multiple tasks and priorities to meet deadlines on multiple projects.
  • Procurement      and IV&V experience.
  • The      candidate must be a team player with positive interpersonal skills to      build strong relationships with others at all levels and effectively      partner with internal and external resources.
  • Proficient      with MS Office Suite (i.e. Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, etc.).
     

Company Overview

Qwaltec is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) that specializes in space systems operations. We provide expertise in operations and engineering, mission readiness, technical training, and systems engineering for satellite mission control centers. Our vision is to make a difference on and off the planet, by focusing as much on our customers and team members as we do on the mission. We strive for excellence and accountability, and we do everything we can to exceed expectations while acting with integrity and compassion. We invest in relationships, and we value openness, honesty, and fairness in all our endeavors. 

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, Qwaltec is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. For more information, visit qwaltec.com.

Refer code: 3522882. Qwaltec Incorporated - The previous day - 2023-10-11 23:15

Qwaltec Incorporated

Las Cruces, NM

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