Integration Engineering Manager jobs in Alabama

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Our Space Exploration Group (JSEG) has been a primary contractor for NASA since 1989 is comprised of 9 companies and is located at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL (ranked #1 in Best Places to Live by U.S. News). 

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Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs, 11 paid holidays, parental leave, paid time off, employee perks and much more.  With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and possible remote a few days a week (depending on customer requirements) we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Responsibilities: 

The key purpose of the position is to plan and perform ground systems software integration and operations activities with the Integrated Avionics Test Facilities (IATF) in support of the Exploration Upper Stage (EUS) and Systems Integration Laboratory (SIL) Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) facilities, and multiple Software Development Facilities (SDFs) that will be used to verify the integrated avionics system for the Space Launch System (SLS) at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC).

Responsibilities:

The Software Integration and Operations Engineer participates in implementing, maintaining, and assisting Test Engineers with the use of laboratory automation software that controls real-time HWIL simulation systems used to support the NASA Space Launch System (SLS) program at MSFC. Some functions of the position are as follows:

• Perform root cause analysis and correct test automation anomalies.
• Analyze and develop software automation tools per design requirements.
• Implement lab specific configuration per detailed designs.
• Provide proactive software integration, troubleshooting, and bug-fix support. 
• Conduct and participate in design and configuration reviews.
• Develop and maintain configuration managed documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet performance goals.
• Produce documentation and user training materials to assist users in the operation of software.

These activities will be on-going as the SLS program completes program phases, reviews, and schedule milestones.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or related field is required. Degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a Masters with at least 3 years of experience, or a BS with at least 5 years of experience. The content below represents the types of skills that will be applied and a willingness to learn is a must.

• Proficiency in designing, developing, testing, deployment, and support of software applying organizational/project coding standards.
• Proficiency working with Unix/Linux (Unix-like OS structure, file system, shell, secure shell)
• Experience with software integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with software deployment and system configuration management tools, infrastructure as code (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
• Work in a software development team and independently applying DevOps concepts and Agile Development methodologies.
• Communicate professionally, speaking and listening, with customers, stakeholders, and cross-organizational team members.

Additional requirements and/or desired attributes:

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Python and C .
• Proficiency in using tools and development in Red Hat Linux/Fedora Core is desirable.
• Familiarity with development of object-oriented software applications.
• Familiarity with XML, Git, Jira, and Linux batch scripting is desirable.
• Continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines are desirable. 

JSEG offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations!  

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Essential Functions

Work Environment: 

Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<10%).

Physical Requirements:

Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).  

Equipment and Machines: 

Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).

Attendance: 

Normal workday 7:30 – 4:30, Monday thru Friday.  Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity, and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required. 

Other Essential Functions:

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required. 

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