Senior Network Communications Engineer – Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector in the United States seeks a Network Communications professional to support ground and flight operations, providing real-time network support and equipment deployment.

The role requires DoD-level security clearance eligibility, STIG compliance, and hands-on experience with LAN/WAN, Cloud networks, and encryption devices. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED with 6 years relevant Network Communications/Administration experience, or higher degree.
• Current CompTIA Security Plus (or higher) certification.
• Experience with STIG compliance.
• Experience designing and maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks.
• Experience 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 including on-call status 24/7.
• Ability to obtain/maintain final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance.

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.
• Adherence to checklists and procedures to ensure repeated success and provide 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, MOBs, and REs.
• Support and lead air crew engagement for proper techniques in solving complex analysis of technical problems.
• Assist with trend analysis as needed for 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 testing, maintenance, and integration of Comms and Networks equipment.

Skills

Real-time network support

LAN/WAN design

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Network Communications

Associate’s Degree in Network Communications

High School diploma/GED

Tools

WireShark

Opnet

SolarWinds

TACLANES

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector in the United States seeks a Network Communications professional to support ground and flight operations, providing real-time network support and equipment deployment.

The role requires DoD-level security clearance eligibility, STIG compliance, and hands-on experience with LAN/WAN, Cloud networks, and encryption devices. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.