Senior Network Systems Engineer – Hybrid (Naval/Defense)

Leonardo S.p.A.; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Coursera/LinkedIn Learning access

Flexible working

Job summary

Leonardo UK is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (Networks) to design, configure, implement and verify resilient IP networks and virtual environments for naval platforms. You will work in an Integrated Project Team, reporting to the Project System Design Authority, with hands-on deployment and on-site support as needed.

The role combines home working with on-site activity in a secure, lab-enabled environment.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of core networking concepts and protocols.
• Ability to work independently on defined work packages while collaborating with wider teams.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn new tools and technologies.
• Hands on experience with COTS IP network equipment (Cisco) and Windows server/AD/DNS/DHCP.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop current and future naval communication network solutions.
• Develop network architectures (L2/L3), routing and switching strategies.
• Interface network systems with mission systems and other consumers.
• Define tests, execute them, and fault-find across IP networks.
• Create system installation and commissioning guidance.
• Collaborate with customers through verification and validation stages.

Skills

Core networking concepts

Independence

Proactive learning

Network security concepts

Tools

Cisco

Windows Server / Active Directory / DNS / DHCP

Virtual environment software

Network management systems

Job description

Leonardo UK is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (Networks) to design, configure, implement and verify resilient IP networks and virtual environments for naval platforms. You will work in an Integrated Project Team, reporting to the Project System Design Authority, with hands-on deployment and on-site support as needed.

The role combines home working with on-site activity in a secure, lab-enabled environment.