Lead, Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Salt Lake City is seeking a Lead, Network Systems Engineer to design, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot military communications networks across concept, schematics, hardware, and software delivery.

The ideal candidate will have deep TCP/IP expertise, experience with enterprise routers/switches, NGFW platforms, and security controls, plus a DoD Secret clearance. This role offers a 9/80 schedule and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in engineering and 9+ years of relevant experience; or graduate degree with 7+ years; or equivalent.
• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot military networks from concept through delivery.
• Develop network schematics and implement hardware/software solutions.
• Configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, and NGFW devices (Cisco IOS/IOS-XE).
• Apply routing, tunneling, QoS, VLANs, multicast, DNS, NTP, and VoIP.
• Implement network security controls and IP access lists/stateful inspection.
• Use SNMP, SSH, syslog, and RADIUS/TACACS for management.
• Coordinate technical decisions and delivery with engineering teams and customers.

Skills

TCP/IP networks

Routers & Switches

NGFW platforms

GRE/IPsec/DMVPN

QoS & VLANs

DNS/NTP/VoIP

SNMP/SSH/syslog

RADIUS/TACACS

Network security

CCNA/CCNP/CCIE

HAIPE/TACLANE

CDL networks

Network design

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Engineering

Graduate degree in engineering

Other equivalent experience

Tools

Cisco IOS/IOS-XE

CCDA/CCDE/CCAr

NGFW hardware

Hardened security devices

Common Data Link (CDL)

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Lead, Network Systems Engineer

Job Code: 43612

Job Location: USA-UT-Salt Lake City

Job Schedule: 9/80- employees work 9 out of 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description

Position Overview: The Lead, Network Systems Engineer will design, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot military communications networks. The role spans initial concept development, detailed network schematics, hardware and software implementation, test, and delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong technical understanding of TCP/IP networks and enterprise-grade routers, switches, and next-generation firewalls.

Essential Functions

• Design, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot military communications networks from initial concept through delivery.
• Develop detailed network schematics and implement network hardware and software solutions.
• Configure and troubleshoot network and next-generation firewall devices, ideally Cisco IOS/IOS-XE and NGFW platforms.
• Apply routing, tunneling, and network services capabilities including GRE, IPsec, DMVPN, QoS, VLANs, multicast, DNS, NTP, and VoIP.
• Implement and troubleshoot network security controls, including IP access lists and stateful protocol inspection.
• Use network-management protocols and services including SNMP, SSH, syslog, and RADIUS/TACACS.
• Support system integration, system verification, formal qualification, and customer integration and qualification events.
• Coordinate technical decisions, risks, and delivery activities with engineering teams and senior customer organizations.

Qualifications

• An ABET (EAC/CAC) accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or another engineering discipline and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; graduate degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience; or an additional 4 years of relevant experience or education in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with IPv4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting, DNS, NTP, VoIP, QoS, and BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP protocols.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting network and next-generation firewall devices, ideally Cisco IOS/IOS-XE and NGFW platforms.
• Strong understanding of GRE, IPsec, DMVPN, IP quality of service, VLANs, and multicast.
• Strong understanding of network security features, including IP access lists and stateful protocol inspection.
• Familiarity with network-management protocols, including SNMP, SSH, syslog, and RADIUS/TACACS.
• Active Top Secret U.S. DoD clearance is strongly preferred.
• Networking certification such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent.
• Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE or other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures.
• Experience with tactical or military radio networks, such as Common Data Link (CDL).
• Network design certification such as CCDA, CCDP, CCDE, CCAr, or equivalent.
• Ability to operate as part of an engineering team, including knowledge of related disciplines.
• Ability to interact with senior customer organizations and personnel.
• Ability to operate with considerable independence and self-identify and pursue long-term interests.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience managing projects that include system integration, verification, and formal qualification, including customer-site events.
• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to meet critical deadlines.
• Experience using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, DOORS, or similar tools.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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