Military Fellowship Program: Network Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Plano (TX)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefit package

401(k) with 150% match

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company in Texas is seeking a Network Engineer for their Military Fellowship Program aimed at active duty service members transitioning to civilian jobs. This role involves designing and maintaining secure network architectures for Joint All-Domain Command and Control operations. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree and experience in network security technologies. The fellowship includes up to six months of on-the-job training, allowing service members to build skills for future civilian roles.

Qualifications

Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.
Bachelor's Degree in a related field with at least 2 or more years of relevant experience.
Experience with network security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs).

Responsibilities

Design, configure, and maintain mission-critical network architectures.
Support the integration of sensors into distributed C2 networks.
Develop and implement network transport solutions.

Skills

Network security technologies

Routing/switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS)

Troubleshooting complex network issues

Security+ certification

Experience with IPsec

Familiarity with Red Hat Enterprise Linux

DoD or government network environments

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

SolarWinds

Wireshark

NetFlow

TACLANEs

Job description

Military Fellowship Program: Network Engineer

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SNC's Military Fellowship Program partners with programs such as SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide fellowship opportunities to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These fellowships include up to six months of on‑the‑job industry training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full‑time civilian work.

NOTE: You must be currently serving on active duty to be eligible for this fellowship program. This program is not for veterans who have already separated from the military.

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support the development, integration, and sustainment of advanced network architectures enabling Joint All‑Domain Command and Control (JADC2) operations. This role plays a critical part in connecting sensors, high‑altitude platforms, and area defense systems into a secure, resilient, and interoperable C2 framework that empowers real‑time decision‑making across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains.

As part of a cross‑functional engineering team, you will design and implement robust network infrastructures, ensure mission data flows securely and efficiently across domains, and contribute to innovative research and development initiatives that shape the future of distributed C2 and data transport for the joint force.

Responsibilities

Design, configure, and maintain mission‑critical network architectures that enable secure, low‑latency data exchange across multiple domains and environments.
Support the integration of sensors, communication nodes, and high‑altitude systems into distributed C2 networks.
Develop and implement network transport solutions leveraging IP‑based routing, tactical data links, and cross‑domain technologies.
Conduct network performance analysis, optimization, and troubleshooting, ensuring resilient operations in contested or degraded environments.
Implement and manage network security controls (firewalls, VPNs, encryption, VLAN segmentation, Zero Trust principles) to protect mission data and assets.
Collaborate with software, DevSecOps, and systems engineering teams to integrate automated network deployment and monitoring capabilities.
Support internal Research and Development (IRAD) activities aimed at advancing next‑generation networking, mesh, and tactical communication technologies.
Perform risk and opportunity assessments related to network architecture, infrastructure scalability, and cybersecurity posture.
Document network configurations, diagrams, and security compliance artifacts to meet DoD and program‑specific requirements.

Qualifications You Must Have

Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.
Bachelor's Degree in a related field with at least 2 or more years of relevant experience.
Higher education may substitute for relevant experience.
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education.
Experience with network security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, TACLANEs, PKI, etc.).
Strong working knowledge of routing/switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS) and network management tools (SolarWinds, Wireshark, NetFlow, SNMP).
Familiarity with DoD or government network environments, including RMF compliance and STIG hardening.
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in both lab and operational environments.
Certifications: Security+ to support firewall administrative privileges.
Experience with route‑based IPsec, policy, basic SD‑WAN concepts.
Experience with navigating Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Windows‑based operating systems.
Current/Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

Juniper SSR and VSRX experience.
Experience working with DoD tactical data / datalinks (JREAP, UCI, ASTERIX, VMF, VOIP, etc.).
Experience with network optimization / QoS to support edge‑based data distribution.
Entry‑level experience with software coding/script development to support simple applications.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Important Notice

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state‑of‑the‑art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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