Ground System Engineer

Minimum Clearance Required

Top Secret

Responsibilities

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government.  Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country.  We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states.  Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers.

• Position is a member of the Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) team at the Mission Control Station Back-Up (MCSB) for the Space Force
• Provide real time, operational support to crews and contractor test teams for the operation and maintenance of system software and equipment (identifying system problems, trouble shooting, and correcting both software and hardware failures)
• Conducts mission/program specific real time spacecraft/satellite flight operations during readiness, execution and evaluation phases
• Provides technical direction for on orbit mission support, plans for critical ground malfunctions and recommends alternate operating techniques to continue maximum mission support
• Provides failure analysis of the performance of the ground telemetry data
• Utilizes system software to accomplish all spacecraft control tasks and recommends improvements
• Utilizes strong analytical and troubleshooting approach / skills as required
• Performs software maintenance support for Linux, AIX, SGI, PC compatible computers, and associated switching, network, and communications circuits and equipment
• Provides feedback to Software Depot on software problems
• Provides limited SYBASE system administration support for multiple system databases
• Provides limited UNIX system administration support
• Participates in software version testing and evaluation and provides feedback to the development and test community
• Assists Configuration Management in software upgrades and changes. Documents all software problems and follows up with accurate resolution
• Interfaces with end custoemr and contractor personnel to ensure proper operation of the software and hardware and ensures the timely resolution to problems and/or deficiencies
• Maintain Access Control and works closely with System Administrators to ensure proper system operation and that problems are resolved with minimal downtime
• Provides maintenance and support for ongoing systems, including monitoring of system performance and data backups
• Identifies source of software problems and determines appropriate solutions

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance (the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance)
• Bachelors degree and 0-2+ years experience or equivalent
• General knowledge/experience in Linux/UNIX
• Must be able to support 24x7 operations environment (Panama Schedule)
• Security + certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
• System troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team in a dynamic environment
• Bachelor’s degree is desired but not required. Can exchange experience in lieu of degree

Essential Requirements:

US Citizenship is required.

 

I2X Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected Veteran status, or disability status.

 

Salary bands have not yet been determined for this opportunity. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer. 

 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the sam