Job Description

The National Suborbital Research Center (NSRC) provides engineering and data systems support enabling research within the NASA Airborne Science fleet.   Our data systems provide a common interface to the onboard networking, data recording, telemetry and satellite communications services that make many large, modern scientific field campaigns possible.  We’re looking for a flexible, motivated individual to maintain and grow our capabilities, as well as participate directly in the support of research activities.

Position description:

The Software Engineer will support NASA Airborne Science data systems operations and programs across the agency.   Primary duties include the development, maintenance and documentation of software to support program operations, as well as assisting with the deployment and maintenance of this software and associated systems throughout the fleet.

When required, operations duties will include gathering mission requirements, assisting experimenters in integrating their instruments to the aircraft network and telemetry systems, providing technical support and staffing field campaigns with a duration of 2-6 weeks.   When staffing field campaigns, the software engineer may be expected to fly aboard research aircraft, install and troubleshoot hardware, and provide customer support.

Up to 25% travel required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or greater in computer science, a physical science, engineering, or information systems.
• Must have a software development background.
• Proficiency with Linux and Linux Systems administration.
• Familiar with basic networking technologies, including Ethernet and the TCP/IP Stack.
• Familiar with standard network services, including HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, NTP and SSH.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of coworkers and clientele.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to obtain a US Passport and Drivers License.
• Must be able to pass a federal background check.
• Must be able to fly aboard a research aircraft for up to 12 hours.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Desired Skills:

• Python, C/C++ and/or Javascript.
• Familiarity with open source GIS tools, including Open Streetmaps and OpenLayers.
• Familiarity with basic electronics principles preferred.
• Familiarity with avionics bus interfaces such as ARINC 429, Mil-Std-1553, CAN Aero or Mavlink is a plus.
• Experience with Docker, LXD or other virtualization and containerization tools.
• Familiarity with system management tools such as Ansible.

Benefits:

• Full medical, dental and vision insurance.  Basic Life insurance.  FSA, commuter and dependent care benefits.  403b with 10% employer contribution.  EAP for all employees and dependents.

How to apply: email resume and cover letter to baerihr@baeri.org with the subject- NSRC Software Engineer

Company Description

ABOUT BAY AREA ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE Bay Area Environmental Research (BAER) Institute is a growing, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and conducting research in science, particularly atmospheric and space science. Since its establishment in 1993, BAER has become well recognized nationally for its significant contributions to various fields of scientific research. BAER’s clientele include various federal government agencies, and BAER has had a long-standing collaborative relationship with NASA. The Institute’s research and program leadership activities with NASA include work with both the Earth Science and Space Science Divisions at NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View. BAER has developed and maintained an outstanding reputation for its project management, financial reporting, and program and partnership development capabilities as well as for its resourcefulness in providing expert scientists, researchers, and support staff for mission-critical Agency projects.