Principal Network Communications Engineer (Secret Clearance)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP); Bossier City, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Network Communications professional to provide real-time support for Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance. You will deploy equipment, resolve connectivity issues, and perform field integration and repair in military environments.

The role requires STIG compliance experience, LAN/WAN/Cloud design, encryption device maintenance (TACLANES), and the ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma/GED with 6 years in Network Communications/Administration, or an Associate’s with 4 years, or a Bachelor's with 2 years, or a Master’s.
• Current CompTIA Security Plus or higher certification.
• Experience with STIG compliance.
• Experience designing and maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud networks.
• Experience configuring, installing, and maintaining network hardware.
• Experience configuring, installing, and maintaining encryption devices (TACLANES).
• Experience using network analysis tools (e.g., WireShark, Opnet, SolarWinds).
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Willingness for flexible schedule incl. extended shifts, holidays, weekends, and on-call 24/7/365.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance.
• Account for, control, and deploy equipment.
• Resolve connectivity and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks.
• Perform field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of comms systems in military flight ops.
• Follow checklists and procedures, providing redlines when needed.
• Support 24/7 on-site network operations for Ground Communications Interface.
• Provide local network management through updates, configurations, and security patches.
• Communicate complex issues to local support, MOBs, and REs.
• Assist with trend analysis for Responsible Engineers.
• Review supplier design data and define test requirements for acceptance and integration.
• Test, maintain, and integrate comms and networks equipment for ground/flight ops.
• Collaborate with system admins, maintainers, and onsite staff to troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Network Administration

STIG compliance

LAN/WAN/Cloud networks

Network hardware

TACLANES encryption

Network analysis tools

Microsoft Office

Security Plus certification

Clearance readiness

Flexible schedule willingness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

WireShark

Opnet

SolarWinds

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Network Communications professional to provide real-time support for Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance. You will deploy equipment, resolve connectivity issues, and perform field integration and repair in military environments.

The role requires STIG compliance experience, LAN/WAN/Cloud design, encryption device maintenance (TACLANES), and the ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance.