Communications RF On-Board Networks Utilization Specialist
Communications RF On-Board Networks Utilization Specialist
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05-04-2025
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05-04-2025
Job Description
Title: Communications RF OnBoard Networks Utilization Specialist (CRONUS)
Location: Johnson Space Center TX
Clearance: National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) with ability to obtain a Security Clearance
Citizenship Requirement: US
Req #: 3804
Salary: $73K
This is an ONSITE role.
June 2025 start date.
Summary: Craig Technologies has an opening for a Communications RF OnBoard Networks Utilization Specialist (CRONUS) at Johnson Space Center TX. An individual in this position will work as a Communications RF OnBoard Networks Utilization Specialist (CRONUS) flight controller and serve as a technical expert for the International Space Station (ISS) Command and Data Handling and Communications and Tracking Systems. Flight controllers with the CRONUS call sign are responsible for operating the communications and command systems onboard ISS from a flight control console located in the Mission Control Center (MCC) Houston. These individuals are also responsible for training astronauts cosmonauts and peers on those systems. Personnel will be expected to complete NASA led flight controller and instructor certifications for this area of expertise.
Detailed Description:
Initial training and duties will be as an entrylevel flight controller often working evening night and weekend shifts during noncomplex operations. After a period of time (usually 1 to 2 years) as an MPSR the employee will be trained as a FCR and/or as an Instructor. As a FCR the individual will work primarily day shifts complex operations and oncall during other shifts. As an Instructor the individual will support shifts as needed develop training materials and instruct astronauts and flight controllers. It is anticipated that personnel will eventually achieve all 3 certifications (MPSR FCR and Instructor).
Specific flight controller duties include maintaining a safe environment for astronauts onboard ISS; monitoring of realtime status and performance of the ISS systems; controlling ISS system operations from mission control; reporting status and anomalies to mission managers; determining mission impacts and implementing corrective actions from malfunctions; test and verification of operational products and analysis; integrating requirements with other systems and organizations.
Specific Instructor duties include the development of lesson plans and instruction materials; conduct of lessons in classrooms in trainers and simulators; conduct of onboard training sessions; conduct of crew and flight controller evaluations; writing training facility requirements.
Individuals in this position interface directly with the NASA customer subcontractors and international partners and are expected to have an awareness of the companys competitive position and the impact of failing to meet schedule or quality requirements.
Position Requirements:
Bachelors of Science in Engineering or applied science.
Someone who has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to learn technical knowledge and apply it to operations with effective decision making in a realtime fastpaced environment
A selfstarter who excels in a dynamic environment that requires him/her to work effectively both alone and as part of a team
Demonstrated ability to plan lead and coordinate a wide range of tasks
Ability to step up and lead a highpowered team for a wide variety of missions and objectives
List any required Security Clearances and/or Certifications if applicable
- Must Pass a NASA Background Check
- Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance
- Must be a US Citizen
Craig Technologies is an EEO Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability genetics or any other nonjobrelated protected status. All candidates selected will be subject to a security background investigation and must meet all eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
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