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Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the universe's origins, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable space exploration while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a DOD SkillBridge - Software Lab & System Administration to join our team with the Engineering Division.

At our company, we help transitioning service members, from all branches of the U.S. Military, prepare for new opportunities and connections in their careers. Do you want to work onsite at NASA in Houston with a dynamic team to build out the next generation spacecraft integration and test facility? If so, this opportunity may be for you. Our company has teamed up with the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge Program to provide career opportunities in:

* This is a temporary role not to exceed 27 weeks. *

• Orion Flight Software Engineering - Tools Management & Systems Oversight

• Get experience with Spacecraft Flight Software and associated Operating Systems, Tools and databases

• Oversee the Operation and maintenance of lab environments hardware and software in various labs across JSC

• Maintain lab environments hardware and software and DevOps pipelines in various labs across JSC as needed

• Develop and maintain Bash and Python scripts used for flight software testing.

• Collaborate with varying Flight and non-Flight Software Teams

• Grow software engineering and infrastructure maintenance skills

• Perform rapid troubleshooting in resolving lab and computer system issues

• Create and maintain documentation of lab resources and lab management practices

• Coordinate with internal and external organizations and vendors to preform troubleshooting efforts

• Grow communication skills with engineers and various levels of management

• Effectively communicate with internal and external customers and be customer-focused

• Identify and cross-pollinate best practices and lessons learned across labs

• Conduct a weekly tag-up with management to report status

• Update and present documentation to management

• Provide surge support as needed

• Perform other duties as assigned

NOTE: SkillBridge interns will not be eligible for any compensation during their internship, as they will continue to receive all military pay and benefits. Upon successful completion of this internship, you will be well prepared and encouraged to apply for open positions listed on our careers page.

Here's What You'll Need:

• To have served at least 180 days in any of the U.S. Armed Forces

• To be within 180 days of separation or retirement from any of the U.S. Armed Forces (you may start your application prior to the 180 days)

• Must be on track to receive an Honorable Discharge

• Must have taken any service TAPS/TGPS

• Must have attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months

• Must have command approval to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program

Ideally, you'll have:

• Microsoft Office especially Microsoft Excel knowledge

• Knowledge IT infrastructure including servers and clients

• Software Engineering and Software Deployment

• Linux Environment

• Networking and routing

• Configuration Management

• Agile Software Development Tools

• Requirements Management Databases

• Good written and verbal communication skills

We're always looking for dynamic and engaged people to join our team. Bring your passion, your ingenuity, and your vision. Let's see the impact we can create, together.

If you are interested in this SkillBridge Opportunity, please forward your resume to: nicholas.hammelev@us.amentum.com

Why Join Our Team?

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth

• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .

• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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