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System Administrator
Merritt Island, FLThe OS Engineer position provides packaging and testing of operating system changes as part of the Launch Control System (LCS) for the Spaceport Command and Control System (SCCS) project.
• Performs system administration tasks on Redhat 8 systems.
• Maintains/creates shell scripts to support operating system configuration.
• Follows documented operating system content generation and performs tests.
• Troubleshoots and identifies operating system errors, coordinating resolution with software developer.
• Utilizes CMMI compliant processes to develop, modify and maintain software source code and applications.
• Monitors the operation of assigned applications and responds to problems by diagnosing and correcting errors in logic and coding.
• Reviews user requirements and needs for new software and performs analysis, design, implementation, installation and
• documentation related to new software developed and/or acquired.
• Assist with real-time troubleshooting, anomaly resolution, and system recovery as necessary.
• Attend meetings and possibly make presentation on matters pertaining to supported applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned
Education/Certification/Other Requirement
• Requires experience in computer or system science, information technology, engineering or a related discipline.
• Required knowledge of software design, development, and/or testing
• Required BS degree and 4 years' experience with Linux, (AIX environment experience a plus) or minimum 6 years'related experience with less than completed BS degree.
• Required knowledge of shell scripting and command line system administration on Redhat 8 systems
• Experience with C/C++ and Java desired
• Ability to analyze information and problem solving
• Experience with Software Development Fundamentals and Software Development Processes
• Requires the ability to interpret written information and effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Technical documentation skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to break down complex concepts and data and make them accessible to others
• Ability to produce consistent positive results with minimal direction and supervision
• Ability to prioritize and execute in a fast-paced environment with varying requirements and deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Performs system administration tasks on Redhat 8 systems.
• Maintains/creates shell scripts to support operating system configuration.
• Follows documented operating system content generation and performs tests.
• Troubleshoots and identifies operating system errors, coordinating resolution with software developer.
• Utilizes CMMI compliant processes to develop, modify and maintain software source code and applications.
• Monitors the operation of assigned applications and responds to problems by diagnosing and correcting errors in logic and coding.
• Reviews user requirements and needs for new software and performs analysis, design, implementation, installation and
• documentation related to new software developed and/or acquired.
• Assist with real-time troubleshooting, anomaly resolution, and system recovery as necessary.
• Attend meetings and possibly make presentation on matters pertaining to supported applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned
Education/Certification/Other Requirement
• Requires experience in computer or system science, information technology, engineering or a related discipline.
• Required knowledge of software design, development, and/or testing
• Required BS degree and 4 years' experience with Linux, (AIX environment experience a plus) or minimum 6 years'related experience with less than completed BS degree.
• Required knowledge of shell scripting and command line system administration on Redhat 8 systems
• Experience with C/C++ and Java desired
• Ability to analyze information and problem solving
• Experience with Software Development Fundamentals and Software Development Processes
• Requires the ability to interpret written information and effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Technical documentation skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to break down complex concepts and data and make them accessible to others
• Ability to produce consistent positive results with minimal direction and supervision
• Ability to prioritize and execute in a fast-paced environment with varying requirements and deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment