As a Space Force Systems Network Engineer, youll design and plan network systems by providing specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture. Youll apply your extensive technical expertise to provide specific, detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements. This is your chance to not just work with the best technologies, but actually help create them. Think youre up to the task?
What youll experience
Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered
What you bring to the table
A Bachelors degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in large networking systems
Technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, hubs, bridges and gateways, etc.
Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one discipline/field with a working knowledge in multiple adjacent disciplines/fields
Represent organization as prime technical contact on contracts and projects
What sets you apart
Space and Ground Mission Experience
Strong ability to develop solutions to highly complex problems that require significant ingenuity, innovation and creativity
Space and Ground Mission Experience
AWS Solutions Architect, Advanced Networking, Security Specialty, or equivalent cloud certification
Cisco CCNP, Juniper JNCIP/JNCIE, Palo Alto, or comparable network/security certification.Experience with AWS SC2S, GovCloud, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, and hybrid-cloud architectures
Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, Python, or other automation/IaC tools
Experience with SDA, PWSA, GMI, satellite ground systems, mission networks, or Space Vehicle Vendor integration.Experience with IPv6 design, implementation, and transition planning in enterprise or DoD environments
Ability to lead a team and mentor staff
Strong independent judgement
Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
Our Commitment to You
An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
Workplace Options
This position is fully on-site, OR Hybrid/Flex with a minimum of three days on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of the SDA Team located at the Scottsdale, Arizona facility.
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Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $139,662.00 - USD $154,938.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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