Network Engineer

Apex Systems; Illinois; On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems, LLC seeks a Network Engineer for a 100% on-site role at Scott AFB, IL. You will lead the design, coordination, and execution of test plans to ensure seamless interoperability of the customer’s legacy network and modern services, acting as the local SME for network modernization.

Responsibilities include translating test results into implementation actions, supporting deployment across Layer 0-2, assisting with pre-commissioning, and documenting configurations and testing outcomes

Qualifications

• 7+ years of network engineering experience.
• Experience with Ethernet and Optical networks.
• Active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, coordination, and test plan execution for network interoperability.
• Serve as SME on standards development and modernization efforts.
• Provide deployment guidance and document configurations and results.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams on network requirements.

Skills

SONET

DWDM

ROADM/nOADM

Ethernet

IP/MPLS/L3

MPLS-TP

NMS

Lab work

Tools

Ciena MCP/Navigator

NMS

Job description

# Network EngineerApply**Job#: 3053752****Job Description:****- Optical Network Engineer*** **100% on site at Scott AFB in Illinois****\\*\\*W2 ONLY- NO C2C OR PERSONAL LLCs\\*\\***Apex Systems has an immediate need for an Optical Network Engineer for a large government client of ours!! Please see the role overview below and apply here if interested!***For immediate consideration please email your most up to date resume to Trevor Jones at [e-mail]******\\*\\*Requirements\\*\\*:**** 7+ years of Network Engineering experience* Experience with Ethernet and Optical* Active Secret clearance**Title:** Network Engineer**Location(s):** 100% on site on Scott AFB, IL**Duration:** Direct hire/permanent**Salary Range:** $130,000 - $150,000 annually (10-15% bonus potential annually)**Job Description:**In this highly technical role, you will take the lead in designing, coordinating, and executing test plans to ensure seamless implementation and interoperability of products within the customer’s legacy network. Additionally, you will serve as the local subject matter expert (SME), contributing to standards development, interpreting customer requirements, and guiding network modernization efforts.You will report to the Senior Manager while working closely with the Project Manager and Sales Account Manager responsible for this customer account.**How You Will Contribute:*** Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to understand project requirements and provide support for network architecture design and implementation.* Develop and execute test plans to validate equipment functionality, interoperability, security, and performance based on customer requirements.* Translate test results into actionable implementation plans and provide expert engineering support during deployment, including Layer-0, Layer-1, and Layer-2 (Layer-3 experience is a plus).* Support pre-commissioning activities in customer labs or staging facilities* Support greenfield network implementation by commissioning equipment, optimizing span/channel parameters, and ensuring seamless deployment.* Perform basic electrical tasks and determine when specialized contractors are required.* Provide customer guidance and operational training on Network Management Systems (NMS), including tasks such as:* Enrolling network elements.* Creating device profiles.* Configuring backups.* Provisioning services.* Escalate and resolve issues with Ciena platforms in accordance with Ciena procedures.* Collaborate with customer and internal technical teams to analyze optical performance and escalate anomalies to appropriate stakeholders.* Deliver accurate documentation for configuration, provisioning, and testing results as part of project deliverables. * **Strong understanding of:*** SONET, DWDM, ROADM/nOADM architecture, and provisioning/implementation.* Ethernet architecture, provisioning, and implementation.* IP/MPLS/L3 protocols, including MPLS-TP.* Familiarity with Network Management Systems (NMS), including Ciena MCP/Navigator.* Ability to work in a lab environment. Read/follow network diagrams, cabling guides, signal flow diagrams.* A diverse Telecommunications background, strong hands-on technical experience, organizational and interpersonal skills.* Willingness to assist team members with other projects as required.