We are seeking a highly skilled Instrument Engineer to support the Planetary Magnetosphere Laboratory at Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD. The Instrument Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, calibrating, and integrating magnetometer systems used for scientific research in both space-flight and ground-based application. The successful candidate will have a strong background and an advanced degree (MS or PhD) in engineering, physics, or a related field, and experience with magnetometer technology. The candidate must have strong communication and collaboration skills and the ability to work both independently and on a team.

Some of the tasks required by this position include:

• Design and develop magnetometer systems, including sensor design, analog electronics, and digital signal processing
• Test and calibrate magnetometer systems to ensure optimal performance and accuracy
• Collaborate with teams, both here at Goddard and at other institutions
• Develop and implement algorithms for magnetometer calibration, data processing and analysis
• Troubleshoot magnetometer systems to resolve technical issues
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including requirements documentation, interface control documents, design documents, and calibration procedures
•  Participate in magnetics cleanliness measurements

Required Experience:

• M.S. or PhD degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience with magnetometer systems including their design and calibration
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (LPR) required, with residency in the US for the past 3 years is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 1 Investigation through NASA

Team ADNET brings over 30+ years of experience to information systems and professional services for the federal government. With a history of expertise in software development, computer network design, IT security, mission operations support, and educational outreach, Team ADNET is deeply embedded in the Space and Earth Science at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD.

ADNET Systems, Inc. is working with Goddard Space Flight Center to fulfill NASA’s vision for space exploration, and working with the Science and Exploration Directorate to fulfill its many missions.

ADNET Systems, Inc. is an employee-centric company, committed to providing premier benefits that support our employees and their families. With affordable medical and dental plans coupled with leading disability and life insurance options, ADNET offers our employees the benefits most sought after by today’s professional candidate. Furthermore, our benefits package features the extras that distinguish us from other small businesses, ensuring our high employee retention that our customers appreciate.

Some features of our compensation plans and environment perks include:

• Annual Leave/Sick Leave
• Military and Family Emergency Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Performance Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• 401K Plan with Company Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Swag bags