Network Infrastructure Engineer

Airbus Defence and Space; Newport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Personal growth support

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space is seeking an IT Solution Engineer/Architect to join their international IT Network Products Team. Based in Newport, UK, the role involves improving digital infrastructures and supporting advanced systems.

Key responsibilities include managing the lifecycle of Network Products, diagnosing system failures, and ensuring operational continuity. Flexibility in working arrangements, including part-time options, is available as Airbus supports personal growth with development solutions.

Qualifications

• Background in IT/Telecommunications with experience in Data Centre Network Technologies.
• Experience with Cisco devices and network/security management platforms.
• Experience with encryption and network certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage changes throughout the lifecycle of Network Products.
• Analyze console messages, diagnose system failures, and take corrective action.
• Supervise system backup processing and lead disaster recovery tests.
• Ensure operational continuity and system reliability by managing ITIL support processes.

Skills

Data Centre Network Technologies

Cisco devices

encryption and network certifications

Job description

Role Overview

Join the international IT Network Products Team at Airbus Defence and Space as an IT Solution Engineer / Architect. You will re‑think digital infrastructures, delivering expertise and technology to support advanced systems. The position is based in Newport, UK, full‑time, with occasional international travel.

Security & Travel

Eligibility to obtain UK SC Security Clearance is required. Some travel within the UK and occasional international travel will be necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage changes throughout the lifecycle of Network Products while improving efficiency, quality and productivity.
• Analyze console messages, diagnose system failures and take corrective action for continuity of operations; escalates to technical teams and vendors as required.
• Supervise system backup processing and lead disaster recovery tests; identify and implement technologies and processes that improve reliability, efficiency and availability.
• Ensure operational continuity and system reliability by managing ITIL support processes, diagnosing failures, and executing backup/disaster recovery protocols.
• Manage the full product lifecycle, including all economic aspects such as budget planning.

Qualifications

• Background in IT/Telecommunications with experience in Data Centre Network Technologies (BGP, OSPF, routing protocols, QoS, routers, VRFs, IP Management).
• Experience with Cisco devices and network/security management platforms (ACI, firewalls).
• Experience with encryption and network certifications (HTTPS, IPsec, crypto boxes such as Compumatica, Genua, Cisco).

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements are available, including part‑time and remote options. Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

Company & Meta Information

Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited Employment Type: Permanent Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Digital

Legal

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. Airbus is an equal opportunity employer.