Space Geodesy Data Operations Technician
Science Systems and Applications · Greenbelt, Maryland, US
Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) has an opening for a Science Data Operations Technician to assist with efforts supporting NASA’s Crustal Dynami...
Job description
Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) has an opening for a Science Data Operations Technician to assist with efforts supporting NASA’s Crustal Dynamics Data Information System (CDDIS). This position plays a critical role in managing space geodesy data and will be responsible for working across all the techniques supported by CDDIS, including Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Satellite Laser Ranging (SLR), Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI), and Doppler Orbitography and Radiopositioning Integrated by Satellite (DORIS). Key Responsibilities: · Monitor and support the daily ingest, archiving, and distribution of space geodesy data for the CDDIS. · Ensure the integrity, availability, and timely processing of data streams across multiple techniques (GNSS, SLR, VLBI, DORIS). · Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot data processing scripts using Linux shell scripting and programming languages such as Python, Java, or C. · Identify, investigate, and resolve data anomalies or system errors within the data pipeline. · Collaborate with scientists, software engineers, and external data providers to improve data flow and system functionality. · Participate in software develo...