Salary: $70,000 – $110,000
York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively.
York Space Systems is seeking an embedded software network engineer for our flight software team. This individual will focus on supporting flight missions by moving data between different ground/space assets, between space/space assets, and between components on each space vehicle.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and Implement Network Infrastructure: Develop and configure network setups to facilitate seamless data flow between hardware devices and software applications.
- Optimize Data Transport: Ensure efficient data transport protocols for low latency, high throughput, and minimal packet loss, optimizing across hardware and software layers.
- Manage IP Routing and Switching: Configure and maintain IP routing, switching protocols, and VLANs to direct traffic and segment network infrastructure as required by applications.
- Monitor Network Performance: Continuously monitor network health, using tools to identify bottlenecks or errors in real-time data movement and troubleshoot issues promptly.
- Set Up Network Security: Implement security protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, and access control lists (ACLs), to protect data integrity and prevent unauthorized access.
- Configure and Integrate Hardware: Work with various network devices (routers, switches, load balancers) to ensure compatibility and optimize data flow paths.
- Develop and Maintain Network Documentation: Create and update documentation for network architecture, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for current and future use.
- Collaborate with Cross-functional Teams: Work closely with software, hardware, and infrastructure teams to align network configurations with application and hardware requirements.
- Work with MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching)
- Manage IP Addressing and DNS Configuration: Allocate and manage IP addresses, configure DNS records, and ensure proper IP subnetting for network devices and applications.
- Participate in Network Upgrades: Assist in planning and executing upgrades to network hardware and software, ensuring minimal disruption to data flow.
- Troubleshoot Connectivity Issues: Diagnose and resolve issues in data movement between devices and applications, leveraging network analysis tools.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or engineering related field
- 1-5 years of experience working with network infrastructure, software, and data transport protocols
- Experience supporting an embedded/deployed environment
- Experience debugging software/network interactions and possible failure modes
- Experience developing and configuring networks, configuring and maintaining IP routing, using tools to identify network bottlenecks, implementing security protocols, working with network devices
- Proficient with Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)
- Experienced with IP Addressing and DNS Configuration
- Love space!
BENEFITS
- In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.
York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.
