Are you passionate about human space exploration and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you.
MRI, a woman-owned Technologies and Engineering Services company, has an exciting opportunity for a
High Performance Computing System Administrator on the JETS II Contract at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. 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.
We have the need for a HPC System Administrator at Johnson Space Center (JSC). This position, working on the JETS II
contract, will support the Flight Sciences Laboratory (FSL).
- The FSL is one of JSC's primary computing labs and hosts a wide variety of analyses, which support almost all of the
major programs at JSC including the International Space Station (ISS), Orion, Space Launch System (SLS), Commercial
Crew Program, Lunar Gateway, Human Landing System (HLS), and many others.
- The FSL systems are currently comprised of over 900 machines, 25,000 cores and 4 PB of storage, which serve over
900 users.
- In this position you will be working with a team of Systems Administrators to build and maintain all FSL services. This
can include HPC administration, high-end Linux workstation administration, high-speed networking, parallel filesystem
administration, and more.
- The FSL System Administration Team is critical in supporting the FSL users in effectively utilizing the systems. The
team's day to day tasks include investigating system problems, proactively monitoring system health, and working with
FSL lab users to make sure they can support the NASA human spaceflight mission.
Here's What You'll Need:
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in a related area and normally possess 10 years of
experience in the field or in a related area. - 3 years in IT related field
- 1 year of experience in HPC system administration or managing large HPC clusters.
- Strong knowledge of administering Linux systems, primarily Red Hat and its derivatives, including services, networking,
and file systems. - Strong demonstrated experience with a major configuration management software, including application packaging and
installation. - Demonstrated experience installing, maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting large (petabyte scale) high performance
parallel and distributed filesystems such as Lustre, GPFS and Ceph. - Demonstrated problem solving experience
- Demonstrated task planning, and effective communication skills
- Demonstrated experience assisting others with IT related issues.
- Experience working in a team environment
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 this position has been advertised. MRI Technologies is An Affirmative Action Employer. Employment at MRI Technologies is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. MRI Technologies does not discriminate against any team member or applicant because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age, genetic information, past or present military service, marital or domestic partner status, parental status, pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
MRI Technologies is a background screening, drug-free workplace.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.
As we are a Federal Contractor, most positions require the employee to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government background investigation. MRI also completes a pre-screening background check for anyone offered employment.