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ASRC Federal Advanced Research LLC (AFAR) is seeking a Software/Computer Engineer to join our Brand-New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) team that supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This is a full-time on-site position at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) in Oklahoma City, OK.
BNATCS provides software support for the critical TDM-to-IP modernization effort across the entire Weather Systems organization. Their specialized work facilitates the seamless transition of weather data communications from legacy Time Division Multiplexing circuits to modern Internet Protocol networks, ensuring continuous, reliable, and efficient data transmission.
Citizenship/Permanent Residency Requirement
All candidates must have the following to pass the Federal Background Investigation and obtain the FAA Public Trust security clearance.
- Be a US Citizen.
- Has resided in the US for three (3) consecutive years.
- RealID Driver’s License/ID or current US Passport.
Relocation Requirement
Candidate must reside or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance to the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) in Oklahoma City, OK.
Education & Experience Requirement
All non-US Degrees must have a US Equivalency Certificate provided by the candidate at the time of application.
- A Bachelors (ABET) degree in Engineering or related IT field, such as Physics, Aerospace, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics.
- Experience with NAS facilities, systems, and equipment is desired.
- 9+ years of related work experience.
Required Skills
- Proficient in C, C++, and Python for model and tool development.
- Familiarity with hardware system design, schematics, and interconnects.
- Experience with Git source control.
- Knowledge of VLANs, VPNs, NAT, ACLs, and network segmentation.
- Skilled in network monitoring and diagnostic tools.
- Strong understanding of OSI model, TCP/IP communications, subnetting, routing, and switching.
- Ability to:
- Work independently, as well as on a team, in an agile environment.
- Research, troubleshoot and problem solve quickly.
- Learn on the job/willing to self-teach.
- Communicate effectively through verbal and written communication with high organization.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with FAA-specific communication protocols such as Common Message Handling Protocol (CMHP).
- Proficiency with enterprise network packet analysis and diagnostic monitoring tools.
- Experience providing Tier-2 engineering and operational support for mission-critical hardware and software systems.
- Industry-recognized networking or security certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+, Security+).
- Knowledge of LAN/WAN setup, routing, and switching.
Essential Daily Job Duties
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software for weather system applications, including enhancements and bug fixes.
- Create automation, analysis, and configuration scripts/tools using C, C++, and Python.
- Participate in code reviews, integration testing, and configuration management throughout the software lifecycle.
- Design, implement, and maintain LAN/WAN/wireless network infrastructure, including router and switch configuration.
- Troubleshoot software, network, and hardware issues; perform diagnostics, validation, verification, and capacity assessments.
- Support secure communications and system modernization by evaluating end-of-life hardware and recommending upgrades.
- Integrate hardware and software in lab and field environments, document trouble calls, and manage engineering changes from concept to deployment.
- Develop technical documentation and engineering artifacts, collaborate with government and technical teams, and drive process improvements.
Work Environment
- Standard flexible work schedule.
- Travel is < 10%.
- Cubicle environment.
We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited program in engineering or a related IT field, such as physics, aerospace, chemistry, computer science, or mathematics
- 9+ years of related work experience
- US citizenship
- Three consecutive years of US residency
- Real ID driver’s license/ID or current US passport
- Ability to reside in or relocate within commuting distance of MMAC in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- US equivalency certificate for any non-US degree
- Proficiency in C, C++, and Python
- Familiarity with hardware system design, schematics, and interconnects
- Experience with Git source control
- Knowledge of VLANs, VPNs, NAT, ACLs, and network segmentation
- Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools
- Understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP communications, subnetting, routing, and switching
- Experience with NAS facilities, systems, and equipment
- Familiarity with FAA communication protocols such as Common Message Handling Protocol
- Proficiency with enterprise network packet analysis and diagnostic monitoring tools
- Experience providing Tier-2 engineering and operational support for mission-critical hardware and software systems
- Industry-recognized networking or security certification, such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or Security+
- Knowledge of LAN/WAN setup, routing, and switching
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