Hardware Engineer

centil-jobs; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus program

One-time home office reimbursement

Phone plan reimbursement

Paid training and conference attending

Healthcare coverage

Job summary

Centil is seeking a Hardware Engineer to support networking hardware design, deployment, and sustainment on a DoD program in Boulder, CO. The role requires full engineering involvement from design through deployment, with close collaboration across the engineering team.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in network hardware engineering, DoD contracting experience, and hands-on Cisco/Juniper expertise, plus the ability to obtain/hold a DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires US citizenship and DoD security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5–10 years in network hardware engineering, with 3+ years in DoD/government contracting.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, install, and maintain networking hardware (Routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers) for DoD missions.
• Troubleshoot hardware and network issues across LAN/WAN/classified networks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on integration, testing, deployment.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer/ Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Cisco networking

Juniper networking

Enterprise networking platforms

Job description

***To be considered for this role, you must be a US Citizen with a US government security clearance. Additionally, you must either live near or be willing to move to the Boulder, CO area.***

About Centil

Centil represents the intersection of innovation and trusted expertise required for keeping rapid pace with the dynamic and emergent technological needs of Aerospace, Defense, and Government systems. Our trusted team of engineers excel in deploying value stream management, short-cycle feedback loops, infrastructure on-demand, and secure, disciplined pipelines to our customers. If you are interested in learning more about Centil or our team, check out our website at www.centil.io.

Centil is a talented team of trusted engineers working to provide optimized and effective technology value streams for defense industry clients. We believe in a culture of innovation, empowerment and collaboration. We place a high value on learning and growth, providing ongoing support to our team to learn new skills and become fulfilled in both their personal and professional life.

Centil is hiring exceptional individuals to join our growing team. We look for candidates who are inspired and passionate, highly collaborative, and who demonstrate the courage to challenge the status quo with forward thinking ideas and practices. We also seek out individuals who demonstrate servant leadership by supporting their colleagues with a sense of positivity, humility and open mindedness.

About the role

This opening is for a Hardware Engineer to support networking hardware design, deployment, and sustainment on an active DoD program. This position will be responsible for designing, testing, and maintaining hardware systems critical to the program and ensuring they meet performance and reliability standards.

This position will work closely with other engineers and program leadership to support the overall goals and objectives of the program. You will also have the opportunity to grow and sharpen your skills with other talented members of Centil.

Please note: this role is required to be onsite in Boulder.

What you'll do

• Design, configure, install, and maintain networking hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers) in support of DoD mission requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and network issues across LAN, WAN, and classified network environments
• Collaborate with cross functional engineering teams on integration, testing, and deployment
• Develop and maintain network architecture documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures
• Support security accreditation activities (RMF/STIG compliance) as they relate to network hardware
• Evaluate and recommend hardware upgrades, replacements, and capacity planning
• Provide technical input to program planning, milestone reviews, and deliverables

Required Qualifications

• US Citizen with a current DoD Secret clearance or higher (current Top Secret, with SCI eligibility, is strongly preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 5-10 years of experience in network hardware engineering, with at least 3 years in a DoD or government contracting environment
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent enterprise/defense networking platforms
• Familiarity with STIGs, RMF, and DoD network security requirements

Preferred/Bonus Qualifications

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or Security+

Other Company Requirements

• Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills. Ability to passionately deliver high-level messaging to various types of audiences--this will eventually include senior leaders. Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical personnel
• Self-motivated individual who actively and independently seeks out opportunities for learning and development
• Collaborates well; enjoys working as part of a team
• DoD Secret or higher clearance is required. All applicants must be US citizens eligible for a US Government security clearance

Expected Salary Range

Depending on experience and skillset, most candidates will earn between $110,000 and $170,000 per year.

Please note that the salary range is a general guideline only. We consider many factors when determining salaries including, but are not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education, training, certifications, key skills, and mission/customer familiarity. We combine these factors with market and business considerations to extend a job offer.

Benefits

Centil offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:

• Generous PTO for vacation, personal, or sick days
• Ten (10) paid holidays per year: 8 fixed holidays, plus 2 additional Floating Holidays per year (taken at Employee's discretion)
• Flex time and the ability to create your own schedule
• Discretionary bi-annual bonus plan, based on individual and company performance
• 401K retirement plan with immediately vested company contributions, no matching required
• Healthcare coverage plan through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
• Employer-paid Life, Long-Term Disability, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurances
• Access to optional, employee-paid Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurances
• Access to a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid training and conference attendance
• Additional benefits, as needed, for significant life events: parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty pay, military leave pay
• One-time home office reimbursement
• Phone plan reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, supporting emotional health and well-being of employees and their families

Centil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.