Network Systems Designer / CAD Operator IV

Arena Technical Resources, LLC; Bellevue Second IV Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arena Technical Resources, LLC seeks a Network Systems Designer / CAD Operator IV for DoD NIWC Pacific work at Offutt AFB, Omaha NE. You will design network layouts, develop IDPs, and produce AutoCAD drawings across multi‑enclave IT infrastructure.

The role requires 6–8 years of design experience, strong AutoCAD skills (certification preferred), and an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Collaboration with engineers and project teams is essential to deliver complete installation

Qualifications

• 6 to 8 years of network systems design experience.
• AutoCAD drawing proficiency; AutoCAD certification preferred.
• Experience in complex environments with multiple enclaves and C2/IT integration.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT or engineering preferred; AutoCAD drawing experience strongly preferred.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated, cost-effective network designs to meet requirements.
• Create and maintain AutoCAD technical drawings and 2D/3D models.
• Collaborate with network/IT engineers and architects to refine designs.
• Document testing, installation, configuration, and operation procedures.
• Produce as-built documentation and final drawing sets.

Skills

Network design

Structured cabling

LAN/WAN

IA compliance

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Network Systems Designer / CAD Operator IV
Job Location: Offutt AFB, Omaha NE
Eligibility/Clearance: Active Secret (TS preferred)

Position Description: Action Tech is seeking a Network Systems Designer
/ CAD Operator IV to support a Department of Defense customer. This
contract will provide Command, Control, Communications, Computers and
Intelligence (C4I)/Information Technology (IT) electronic systems
equipment, infrastructure, engineering, design, installation, Supply and
Warehouse support to Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC
Pacific) during design, installation, configuration, and transition to
operations of the IT infrastructure for multiple facilities. This
initiative aims to design, plan, procure, and implement comprehensive IT
solutions within the NC3 Alert Campus/Facility. The NC3 Alert Campus
will enable seamless communication and collaboration among stakeholders,
ensuring a unified and resilient cybersecurity posture. Services
required include design, installation, termination, test, and
documentation of network and desktop devices, peripherals, IT cabling
incidental to end user client and network installation, rack, power
distribution units (PDU) and incident to the installation of C4I/IT
electronic systems, installation of C4I/IT electronic systems equipment
as assigned and in accordance with government installation design plans
(IDP), the NIWC Pacific Shore Installation Process Handbook (SIPH) and
project sponsor processes, and associated logistical support.

Specific Duties / Tasks (include, but not limited to):

• Supports the NIWC Pacific embedded engineering team in the development of integrated, cost-effective network systems designs that meet USSTRATCOM requirements.
• Lead and assist in developing network-focused Top-Level Designs (TLD). Create, revise, and maintain AutoCAD technical drawings for network topology, cable pathways, rack elevations, and connectivity; participate in interim and final reviews to ensure alignment with requirements and project constraints
• Network Systems Design & and Technical Drawings – Design and document enterprise network architectures, including structured cabling, rack layouts, PDUs, fiber/copper plant, and C4I/IT system interconnects. Develop detailed technical drawings and 2D/3D models in AutoCAD (Revit or SolidWorks as needed) to produce installation design plans (IDPs) that comply with NIWC Pacific SIPH, government standards, and project specifications.
• Technical Expertise & Problem-Solving – Interpret engineering designs, network diagrams, blueprints, and schematics and translate them into accurate AutoCAD drawings; resolve design conflicts, optimize cable pathways and equipment layouts, and ensure drawings are constructible and maintainable in multi-enclave environments.
• Collaboration & Documentation – Work closely with network/IT engineers, architects, and project teams to refine network designs, produce AutoCAD technical drawings, and maintain as-built documentation, and ensure accuracy of project deliverables.
• Work closely with network and IT engineers to capture and document testing, installation, configuration, optimization, operations, and IA-compliance procedures/methods/instructions for network systems
• Make recommendations for improving the design and content of network design packages and supporting engineering documents
• Identify document production timelines/milestones and incorporate/track all within the overall project schedule(s)
• Lead network design documentation and AutoCAD drawing-package development, including redlines, as-builts, and final technical drawing sets

Requirements:

• - 6 to 8 years of network systems design experience (structured cabling, LAN/WAN, C4I/IT infrastructure), including substantial AutoCAD experience developing technical drawings
• - Strong AutoCAD skills required for producing technical drawings; AutoCAD certification preferred
• - Experience supporting the design, installation, configuration, development, integration, implementation, and testing of network and IT services in a complex environment with multiple classification enclaves, integrated with C2 systems and associated information assurance processes/procedures; proven ability to develop and maintain those designs as AutoCAD technical drawings
• - Bachelor’s Degree in IT, network engineering, engineering, or equivalent experience preferred; experience developing technical drawings in AutoCAD is strongly preferred
• - Must possess an Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

Arena Technical Resources, LLC, (ATR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) who will provide equal employment opportunity to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, genetic information, or mental or physical disability.