Entry Level Computer Hardware Engineer Jobs in El Reno, OK

ASRC Federal Advanced Research supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Airspace System (NAS) Second Level Engineering Support (SLES) contract. We are seeking a highly motivated Computer Scientist to support the NEXRAD Radar Operations Center (ROC) in Norman, Oklahoma.

This is a Computer Scientist position supporting a Configuration Management group. The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring system integrity, interface compliance, traceability, and successful delivery of software and hardware updates across the NEXRAD enterprise.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Configuration Management (CM) support across the full system lifecycle, including configuration planning, identification, control, auditing, and status accounting.
• Establish, manage, and maintain configuration baselines for hardware, software, documentation, and system artifacts to ensure traceability and integrity.
• Support and execute change control processes, including the review, approval, implementation, and tracking of engineering changes, deviations, and waivers.
•  Develop, review, and process Configuration Change Requests (CCRs) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) in accordance with program standards.
• Utilize NEXRAD (WSR-88D) CM systems and automated tools (e.g., Razor, DOORS, Agile) to manage configuration data and workflows.
• Provide database support for CM activities, including maintaining data accuracy, consistency, and accessibility.
•  Develop and implement automated metrics and performance tracking tools to monitor CM activities and provide status reporting to stakeholders.
•  Ensure all system changes remain compliant with applicable Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and established configuration baselines.
•  Coordinate CM activities, including facilitating documentation reviews, generating meeting agendas and minutes, tracking action items, and ensuring timely closure.

• Develop, maintain, and support software tools and scripts to automate CM processes, testing workflows, and deployment activities.
• Support integration and configuration of weather radar system components, including RPG (Radar Product Generator) and RDA (Radar Data Acquisition) systems.
• Operate within Linux/UNIX-based environments to build, deploy, and validate system software.

• Create and maintain software media for all phases of system testing (developmental, integration, regression, and operational testing).
• Develop, validate, and deliver RPG/RDA test procedures to the Radar Test Team (RTT) in support of test execution.
• Incorporate redline updates and test discrepancies into procedures and generate revised test documentation.
• Ensure test artifacts are version-controlled, traceable, and aligned with configuration baselines and ICD requirements.

• Plan and execute deployment activities for software and hardware updates across fielded radar systems:
• Create, copy, and verify all deliverable media
• Assemble and package deployment kits
• Generate and manage shipping labels and logistics documentation
• Coordinate with engineering teams, logistics, and field personnel to ensure successful system deployment.

• Identify opportunities to improve CM, testing, and deployment processes through automation and standardization.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and system artifacts.
• Understand Interface Control Documents (ICDs) to ensure proper system integration and interface compatibility.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, program, and industry standards for CM and software quality.

Requirements:

US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required. All applicants must have resided in the United States for the past 3 years.

On-site presence will be as required by the FAA.

• Strong scripting experience
• Demonstrated experience working in Linux/UNIX environments (e.g., system administration, scripting, software deployment, troubleshooting).
• Experience with configuration management principles and tools (e.g., Git or similar version control systems).
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and test methodologies.
• Experience working with complex systems involving hardware/software integration.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and configuration traceability.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate across teams in a structured environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA background investigation.
• Must be local to the Norman / OKC area or willing to relocate.  Will need to have the ability to interface with hardware when needed.
• Must be willing to travel up to 5% of the time.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Level 1: Entry Level

Level 2: Minimum 3 years of experience equivalent to a level 1

Level 3: Minimum 3 years of experience equivalent to a level 2

Level 4: Minimum 3 years of experience equivalent to a level 3