Payload Rack Officer Payload Rack Officer Teledyne Energy Systems In-person · Huntsville, AL, U

Payload Rack Officer

Teledyne Energy Systems In-person
· Huntsville, AL, US 6 months ago

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Job Summary:

The PRO is responsible for the configuration of ExPRESS payload racks in the International Space Station's Destiny laboratory, and for coordinating the configuration of systems resources to all NASA payload racks. When a new payload is installed, the PRO configures the rack interfaces to properly support the payload. The PRO also monitors the health and status of both the payload and the rack and, if necessary, coordinates troubleshooting of the payload support structure and payload interfaces.

The PRO also is responsible for managing all ground commanding of U.S. payload systems and experiments on the station. The PRO manages the command link, receives and sends command files to the mass storage device and configures the system to allow flight controllers in the Payload Operations Center and remote users to send commands to their equipment on the space station.

Job Summary:

The Payload Rack Officer (PRO) provides real-time, front room support for timeline execution, configuration, and troubleshooting of the on-board payload facility racks and platforms, as well as commanding interface for payloads. Tasks and assignments tend to be complex, non-routine and/or require a greater level of expertise. Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and process to meet goals outlined.

Duties are performed under limited supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Configure payload rack interfaces and onboard systems to support installed experiments and new payload activations.
• Monitor rack and payload health, troubleshoot anomalies, and coordinate technical resolution activities.
• Manage all ground commanding for U.S. payload systems, including command file creation, transfer, execution, and command link configuration.
• Maintain working knowledge of ISS electrical, thermal, power, and command‑and‑control systems relevant to payload operations.
• Support 24/7 operations through rotating console shifts, ensuring continuous science capability and safe execution of payload operations.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical
  - Collects and researches data;
  Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Design
  - Uses feedback to modify designs;
  Applies design principles;
  Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving
  - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Works well in group problem solving situations;
  Uses reasoning to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Technical Skills
  - Pursues training and development opportunities;
  Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Interpersonal Skills
  - Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication
  - Listens and gets clarification;
  Responds well to questions.
• Written Communication
  - Writes clearly and informatively;
  Edits work for spelling and grammar;
  Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork
  - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;
  Gives and welcomes feedback;
  Puts success of team above own interests;
  Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Quality Management
  - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Diversity
  - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Ethics
  - Treats people with respect;
  Keeps commitments;
  Inspires the trust of others;
  Works with integrity and ethically;
  Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support
  - Follows policies…