Principal Network Communications (Edwards AFB)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP); Edwards (CO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Company savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Network Communications professional for Edwards AFB, CA. The role provides real-time support for ground systems during flight operations, diagnoses connectivity issues, and deploys network equipment with a focus on security and reliability.

The candidate should have a strong background in LAN/WAN networks, STIG compliance, and experience with field integration in military environments. Expect a demanding schedule and potential security clearances.

Qualifications

• Education and years of experience aligned with listed degrees.
• Active Security+ certification or higher required.
• Experience configuring and maintaining LAN/WAN networks and cloud bases.

Responsibilities

• Provide real time support for ground network systems during flight ops.
• Deploy and manage equipment; resolve connectivity issues with partners.
• Perform field integration, troubleshooting in flight op environments.
• Adhere to checklists and provide feedback to procedures when needed.
• Support 24/7 on-site network operations with a team.
• Manage local network updates, configurations, and security patches.
• Communicate complex issues to local support and engineers.
• Assist with trend analysis and data review for engineers.
• Test and integrate comms and networks equipment for ground/flight ops.
• Coordinate with admins, maintainers and onsite personnel to troubleshoot.

Skills

Security+ certification

LAN/WAN networks

STIG compliance

Network troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Encryption devices TACLANES

Education

Bachelor's in Network Communications/Administration

Master's degree in related field

High School diploma or GED

Tools

WireShark

Opnet

SolarWinds

Microsoft Office

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector is seeking a Principal Network Communications to join our team of qualified individuals located at Edwards AFB, CA.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide real time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance, addressing any issues related to communications and networking to include fault isolation, remediation, and resolution.

• Account for, control, and deploy equipment.

• Work with partners to resolve connectivity issues and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks.

• Perform field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of communications systems in military flight operations environment, including operations on flightline, in a hangar, and in command-and-control centers.

• Adherence to checklists and procedures to ensure repeated success and providing redlines to procedures when necessary.

• Work with a team to provide 24/7 on-site support for network operations of the Ground Communications Interface.

• Provide local network management support through updates, configurations, security patches, drawings, and feedback to the Responsible Engineers (REs).

• Communicate complex technical issues to local support, Main Operation Bases (MOBs), and Responsible Engineers (REs).

• Support and lead air crew engagement for proper techniques in solving complex analysis of technical problems that arise during operations.

• Assist with trend analysis as needed for Responsible Engineers (REs).

• Perform/support review and analysis of supplier design data and definition of functional test requirements including acceptance, qualification, and system integration.

• Take responsibility for the testing, maintenance, and integration of Comms and Networks equipment required to support ground and flight operations.

• Work with system admins, maintainers, and onsite personnel to troubleshoot and repair any internal operational issues.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Network Communications:

• Must have a High School diploma/GED and 9 years of relevant Network Communications/Administration experience; or an Associate’s Degree and 7 years of relevant Network Communications/Administration experience; or a Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of Network Communications/Administration experience; or a Master’s Degree and 3 years of Network Communications/Administration experience.

• Current CompTIA Security Plus (or higher) certification.

• Experience with STIG compliance.

• Experience designing and maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks.

• Experience with configuring, installing, and maintaining network hardware.

• Experience configuring, installing, and maintaining encryption devices (TACLANES).

• Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, Opnet, SolarWinds, etc.).

• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.

• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

• Must be willing/able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year.

• Your ability to Obtain and/or Transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active U.S. government Top Secret clearance

• Special Program Access

• Experience with remote cloud architecture.

• Experience working in an Air Force flightline environment

• Experience working with Air Force flight communications systems

• Experience working on aircraft (i.e. Predator, Global Hawk, etc.) communication systems

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Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Job Category: Information Technology