International Network Engineer

PeopleTec, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleTec, Inc. in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Senior International Network Engineer to lead on-site deployment and integration of weapon-system networks with partner nations.

You will coordinate fielding, verification, and acceptance testing while ensuring compliance with ITAR and export controls. The role requires 8+ years of experience, strong LAN/WAN design, security mindset, and the ability to travel OCONUS.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant network engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with LAN and WAN design, switching and routing.
• Experience setting up, integrating, and troubleshooting tactical networks.
• Working knowledge of network security, information assurance, and RMF compliance.
• Familiarity with cryptographic and COMSEC devices.
• Ability to work within foreign disclosure, ITAR, and export control restrictions.
• Ability to travel OCONUS for extended periods; US passport required.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen; active DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• On-Site Network Set-Up and Integration of weapon system networks at partner sites.
• Field Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis across system of systems.
• Fielding and Acceptance Support including site surveys and verification testing.
• Technical Oversight of OEM and FSR activities for program baselines and releases.
• Partner Nation Engagement as PMO on-site network technical contact.
• FMS Case/LOA awareness and escalation coordination within limits.
• Cybersecurity and COMSEC support within releasability limits.
• Stakeholder Coordination with SCO, OEMs, USASAC, PMO stakeholders.
• Documentation: maintain site network configuration records and reports.
• Reporting: trip/site/status reports and brief senior leadership.
• Other duties as assigned by Lead Engineer and PMO.

Skills

LAN/WAN design

Troubleshooting

Security awareness

RMF compliance

Cryptographic devices

Foreign disclosure ITAR

Travel 25%

US Citizenship

DoD Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

CCNA/CCNP

DoD 8140 baseline certification (Security+)

Job description

Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking an International Network Engineer to support our Huntsville, AL (ON-SITE)location.

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to serve within the International Division of a Project Management Office (PMO) in PAE Fires. Representing the Product Manager on-site with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) partner nations, the candidate will lead network set-up, integration, and troubleshooting of air defense weapon system networks at partner nation sites. Working alongside partner nation personnel, the U.S. Security Cooperation Office (SCO), and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Field Service Representatives (FSRs), the candidate will make sure fielded networks meet program requirements, stay within what the FMS case authorizes for release, and are documented and reported to the PMO International Directorate.

This is a government program office support position, not a supplier FSR position. OEM FSRs install, maintain, and repair their company's equipment under the vendor's contract and report to the OEM. This position works for the International Product Manager (IPM): candidate leads system-level network set-up and troubleshooting across the full system of systems and its interfaces to partner nation networks, provides independent technical oversight of OEM work against program and FMS case requirements, enforces technology security and foreign disclosure limits, and reports to the PMO International Directorate. Technical direction to OEMs goes through the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

Duties:

• On-Site Network Set-Up and Integration: Lead on-site network set-up, configuration, and integration of weapon system tactical networks at partner nation sites, including interfaces between U.S.-provided systems and partner nation command and control (C2) and communications networks.


• Field Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis: Diagnose and resolve LAN, WAN, data link, and interface problems in the field. Lead root cause analysis across the system of systems and track corrective actions to closure with the PMO, OEMs, and partner nation.


• Fielding and Acceptance Support: Support site surveys, new equipment fielding, installation checkout, and network verification and acceptance testing. Witness OEM test and checkout events on behalf of the Product Manager.


• Technical Oversight of OEM and FSR Activities: Monitor OEM and FSR network work for compliance with program baselines and FMS case requirements. Identify issues and route them to the PMO, Contracting Officer, or COR for resolution.


• Partner Nation Engagement: Serve as the PMO on-site network technical point of contact for partner nation engineers and operators. Provide over-the-shoulder technical assistance and support partner nation network training within approved release limits.


• FMS Case and LOA Awareness: Understand the network-related scope of the FMS case and Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA). Identify out-of-scope requests and coordinate with the PMO International Directorate and case managers before acting on them.


• Technology Security, Foreign Disclosure, and Export Control: Make sure all technical data, configurations, software, and discussions comply with Technology Security and Foreign Disclosure (TSFD) decisions, the Delegation of Disclosure Authority Letter (DDL), ITAR, and export control requirements. Coordinate with the Foreign Disclosure Officer before release.


• Cybersecurity and COMSEC: Support secure network configuration, cybersecurity compliance, and COMSEC and cryptographic integration for partner nation systems within releasability limits.


• Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate with the SCO, partner nation, OEMs, USASAC, and PMO stakeholders to synchronize network technical, schedule, and site activities.


• Configuration and Documentation: Maintain site network configuration records. Develop and review installation, configuration, and troubleshooting documentation, and support configuration management and obsolescence planning for fielded partner nation systems.


• Reporting: Prepare trip reports, site status reports, issue logs, and network findings for the PMO International Directorate, Lead Engineer, and International Product Manager. Brief senior leadership as required.


• Other Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned by the Lead Engineer, International Product Manager, and/or International Directorate Director.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• 8+ years of relevant network engineering experience. Additional education may be substituted for years of experience.


• Hands-on experience with LAN and WAN design, switching and routing, and network troubleshooting in defense field or deployed environments.


• Experience setting up, integrating, and troubleshooting tactical networks that support weapon system operations.


• Working knowledge of network security, information assurance, and RMF compliance.


• Familiarity with cryptographic and COMSEC devices.


• Ability to work within foreign disclosure, ITAR, and export control restrictions.


• Ability to travel OCONUS for extended periods. Must hold or be able to obtain a valid U.S. passport.


• Ability to work independently at remote sites with limited reachback, and to communicate clearly with foreign partners.


• Travel: 25% (OCONUS)


• Must be a U.S. Citizen


• An active DoD Secret clearance (with TS/SCI eligibility).

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (for example, computer science or information technology); advanced degree preferred.

Desired Experience:

• Prior FMS or security cooperation experience, including familiarity with the DSCA Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM).


• Previous experience working in or supporting a U.S. Government Program Office.


• Prior OCONUS field or deployment experience with partner nation or coalition forces.


• Industry networking certifications such as CCNA or CCNP, and a DoD 8140 baseline certification such as Security+.


• Experience with coalition interoperability, tactical data links, and partner nation C2 systems.


• Familiarity with Army acquisition processes and PAE Fires air defense programs.

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name \"PeopleTec\" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our \"People First\" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

Come Experience It.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, [e-mail] and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.