Space Network Systems Engineer

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: *Obtainable Clearance*

Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

GDMS Space Network Systems Engineers analyze, design, develop and test GDMS systems to ensure the integration of software, hardware, reliability, maintainability, safety and other requirements in the total engineering effort.

Responsibilities include requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, trade studies, systems integration and test (verification), validation and interface definition studies of system elements.  Tasks may include formulating operational concepts; performing mission, functional, cost-benefit and risk analysis; developing signal processing architecture and overall system architecture.

Our systems typically include switching/routing functionality implemented in hardware and software/firmware for space-based systems. In addition to the general systems engineering qualification stated above, highly qualified candidates have work experience with network design, including physical and logical interfaces. Working knowledge of related networking test and analysis tools is a plus.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: 

• Experience in Python scripting
• Experience with SmallSats and CubeSats development
• Experience in computer networking protocols and specifically Switch and Router Networking solutions (packet processing, TCP/IP, MPLS, DSCP, VPN, ESP, VLAN, QoS, ToS, IPV4/6, TCP/UDP, and HAIPE NETCONF)
• High-speed networking solutions, including YANG network data model
• Network device routing and forwarding testing
• Embedded systems hardware architecture, processor architecture, and switch/router OS
• Cryptography and security experience (i.e. CISSP or similar security certifications) a plus
• Basic familiarity of Cross Domain Solutions, including Black/Red networking
• TRL/MRL experience, especially as it relates to space environments
• Experience with Agile hardware, software, or firmware development
• Experience with Digital Engineering/Model Based Systems Engineering
• Experience in Space Payloads

What sets you apart:

• Success leading the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools
• Creative thinker motivated to apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions
• Collaborative team player with the ability to provide technical leadership and position others for success
• Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Communications Systems Engineering, Network Design and Analysis, Ethernet and/or Switch/Routing experience 
• DevOps, Agile, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Model Based System Engineering (MBSE)

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. 
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site as a part of the Scottsdale, AZ location. Learn more about our Mission Payloads and Space Navigation & Communications work here:

• https://gdmissionsystems.com/communications/satellite-mission-payloads
• https://gdmissionsystems.com/communications/spaceborne-communications-and-electronics

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General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

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