Network Operations Engineer

Barrios Technology is an engineering solutions partner with over 45 years of experience supporting NASA and the commercial space industry. We deliver innovative engineering, software, and technology integration services across NASA centers nationwide. Our people-focused culture values creativity, diversity, professional growth, and a healthy work-life balance.

About the role

The Network Operations Engineer will join our Commercial Space team, contributing to the future of space exploration through partnerships with leaders such as Intuitive Machines, Axiom Space, Lockheed Martin, and others.

Responsibilities

• Perform real-time network configuration updates to support mission timelines, customer objectives, and spacecraft positioning.
• Monitor live network performance and rapidly address anomalies to reduce operational impacts.
• Develop advanced proficiency in Delay Tolerant Networking (DTN) for communications across lunar and cislunar environments.
• Handle urgent customer-driven requests during critical mission windows.
• Track network trends, recurring issues, and system behavior to recommend reliability improvements.
• Deliver clear status updates and operational assessments to internal teams and customers.
• Participate in simulations, training runs, and mission rehearsals to maintain operational readiness.
• Support development projects that enhance automation, tools, and operational workflows.

Requirements

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent from an accredited engineering school, plus five (5) years of related network design or operations experience.
• Strong grounding in IP networking concepts, including routing, switching, and network analysis/modeling tools.
• Ability to work shifts and provide after-hours operational coverage when needed.
• High degree of operational discipline, precision, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol as outlined in our Drug Free Workplace policy.
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and put forward professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard.
• This position may require commuting and traveling to other installations as needed.

Preferences

• Experience supporting mission-critical, customer-facing, or high-availability network systems.
• Background in satellite communications, space relay networks, or ground station operations.
• Experience operating within real-time command centers or console-based environments.
• Familiarity with scripting, automation tooling, or configuration management systems.