Principal Network Engineer

Davita Inc.; Melbourne (FL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of advanced battle management systems. This role focuses on network architecture design and system integration for military applications, ensuring mission-critical computing capabilities. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team and benefit from competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health savings account contribution

Life and disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

Flexible work schedules

Competitive vacation and community service hours

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience required.
• Ability to travel national and international (<10% travel) is necessary.
• Experience with integration and testing of battle management systems is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for network architecture design and complex network development.
• Develop scalable network solution designs according to customer requirements.
• Support and possibly lead the buildout of System Integration Lab environments.

Skills

C4I Network computing

Integrated situational awareness

Combat vehicle integration products

Basic Linux and Windows system administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

CompTIA Network +

CompTIA Security +

Job description

The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to play a critical role focused on the Network development of our advanced C4I battle management systems on ground vehicles for allied militaries around the world. These tactical mission systems are designed to provide ultra-reliable, on-the-move computing capability with the latest cyber secure technologies for mission-critical applications in harsh environments. In addition, the technology also delivers compatibility with other allied militaries using related Leonardo DRS systems, including the United States (MFoCS-II), United Kingdom (Bowman), Australia, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates.

You will be part of a dynamic, growing, cross-functional, and geographically distributed team.This position is for a systems engineer specializing in Network development; responsible for network architecture design, complex network development, end-to-end testing, and training/installation support. This position is located on-site at our Melbourne, FL facility (hybrid work schedule).

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for network architecture design, complex network development, end-to-end testing, and training/installation support.
• Develop scalable network solution designs that align with various customer requirements and hardware and software component configurations. Each network may include radios, satellite, Voice over IP (VoIP), cameras, sensors, routers, switches, computers, workstations, servers, storage, and more.
• Support and possibly lead the buildout of System Integration Lab (SIL) environments, network integration and testing, problem resolution, and training/fielding support.
• Work with stakeholders, product owners, development teams, and production teams, developing system level CONOPs and system requirements.
• Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel.
  

Job Responsibilities Part II

Qualifications

• Experience with C4I Network computing, integrated situational awareness, and combat vehicle integration products and services is strongly desired
• Experience with integration and test of battle management systems is strongly desired
• Experience with developing and managing requirements and CONOPS
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
• Requires CompTIA Network + and Security + certification
• Basic Linux and Windows system administration skills. Linux+ preferred.
• Ability to travel national and international (<10% travel)
  

Only candidates that meet the qualifications set forth above are eligible to be contacted for further information. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LEL