In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.Job Description:Parsons is seeking a highly skilled and self-sufficient VMOC Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our growing Space & Geospatial team. In this role you will install, integrate, and maintain the Virtual Mission Operations Center (VMOC) within the Mission Data Processing Application Framework (MDPAF). This opportunity requires expertise in Kubernetes, YAML configurations, API management, and custom software development for mission-specific plugins.What You'll Be Doing:
Install and configure VMOC and its integration with MDPAF, ensuring compliance with specified security and operational standards.
Develop and maintain YAML configuration files and Kubernetes deployments to manage VMOC components effectively.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to VMOC installations, including integration with MDPAF’s Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and other subsystems.
Troubleshoot and resolve C2MS messages and MDPAF API interfaces using gRPC and Kafka.
Write and maintain mission-unique plugin code tailored to specific operational requirements.
Ensure VMOC’s Keycloak authentication is seamlessly integrated into MDPAF’s RBAC system.
Coordinate with system engineers to ensure that VMOC onboarding processes align with the overall intent of the MDPAF requirements.
Address and integrate functionalities such as AWE, status reporting, and archiving as per program needs and design constraints.
Enhance mission-unique capabilities to support demo sensor tasking and demo sensor modeling, including real-time tasking and planned scheduling, demonstrating the functionalities in operational demo scenarios.
Manage custom content messaging within VMOC, ensuring clarity and accuracy in demonstration outputs.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
8+ years of relevant experience
Proven experience with Kubernetes, API management, and YAML configurations.
Strong programming skills and experience in developing custom plugins for operational systems.
In-depth knowledge of role-based access control systems and their integration into existing platforms.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex system integration issues.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and make informed decisions without reliance on external consultations.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Previous experience in defense or aerospace industries
Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:SecretThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range:$117,000.00 - $210,600.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!About UsParsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
