Platform System Engineer

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7 1706978http //rmprod.kforce.com/recruitMach/view/_images/tab_right_arrow.gifhttp //rmprod.kforce.com/recruitMach/view/_images/single_pixel.gifJob Description Jada Systems Inc is looking for a Platform System Engineer with a solid background in platform architecture research and development. The candidate will be responsible for assisting in evaluations of computer platforms appropriate for use by the Mission, a large, near realtime, spacecraft ground data system containing multiple distinct processing subsystems and databases for downlink processing, analysis, data delivery, uplink sequencing, commanding, and spacecraft navigation. Responsibilities Assisting with the evaluation of computer platforms including physical machines, physical servers running virtual machines, and cloud computing platforms. Providing expertise related to the peripherals needed by the processing machine which will include o Disk storage local to the machines o Remote disk storage o Thin clients / virtual desktop infrastructure o Monitors Documentation of evaluation findings and platform characteristics Working with development teams to understand their platform needs Required Clearance Clearance is not required for this position Required Skills Must have a system engineering background with computer systems knowledge (Computer Science and/or Information Technology). Must be familiar with the Linux operating system Experience in one or more ground data system area (Command & Telemetry, Planning & Sequencing, Mission Design & Navigation, Science Data System engineering, Ground Network engineering, GDS integration & test, GDS ATLO engineering, GDS operations, and/or Data Management) Desired Skills Knowledge of flight system (RealTime operating system Integrity, vxWorks) flight software and simulation support equipment Must have a proven ability to establish task priorities and resolve issues in a team environment Demonstrated problem solving, technical leadership, and proactive teambuilding skills Must have good communication skills, including the ability to write and review technical documentation Familiar with mission operations software systems, such as the AMMOS Location Must be able to work in Pasadena Education and Years of Experience Bachelors degree in Engineering, Science, Computer Science or related technical discipline with a minimum of 4 years of related experience.