Senior Network Operations - Deployment

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health care

401(k) & retirement plans

Unlimited PTO

Weekly paid office lunches

Fully stocked breakrooms

Stock options

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Network Operations - Deployment professional. This role will oversee the deployment and performance of network infrastructure across multiple sites and ensure operational readiness. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in network operations, strong decision-making skills, and a solid understanding of networking fundamentals. The position offers competitive salary, equity options, and numerous benefits including unlimited PTO and a comprehensive healthcare plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network operations, infrastructure deployment, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs.
• Proven ability to operate independently and make technical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end network deployment for new and expanding locations.
• Lead comprehensive site surveys evaluating ISP capabilities and physical security.
• Define deployment standards and best practices for scalability.

Skills

Network operations

Infrastructure deployment

Technical leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

We are seeking a Senior Network Operations - Deployment to own the deployment, performance, and scalability of network infrastructure across new sites and critical operations. This role is responsible for taking environments from initial assessment through full operational readiness, while building the systems, standards, and processes required to scale. The ideal candidate operates with a high degree of autonomy, makes sound technical decisions in dynamic environments, and drives outcomes end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Owning end-to-end network deployment for new and expanding locations, from initial site assessment through full operational readiness.
• Leading comprehensive site surveys, evaluating ISP capabilities, network architecture, physical security, and regulatory considerations.
• Defining deployment standards, playbooks, and best practices to ensure consistency and scalability across all locations.
• Serving as the primary technical authority for on-site infrastructure decisions and trade-offs.
• Partnering with engineering, operations, security, and business stakeholders to define and prioritize infrastructure requirements.
• Translating business needs into scalable, secure, and resilient network designs.
• Driving alignment across teams and ensuring deployments meet both technical and operational objectives.
• Leading planning and execution of IT infrastructure for company events, ensuring seamless network connectivity and AV performance.
• Acting as the on-site escalation point for complex technical issues, rapidly diagnosing and resolving problems under pressure.
• Establishing repeatable processes for event readiness and support.
• Driving improvements in network reliability, performance, and security across deployed environments.
• Establishing monitoring, documentation, and operational standards for deployed infrastructure.
• Identifying gaps and proactively implementing solutions to improve scalability and efficiency.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 5+ years of experience in network operations, infrastructure deployment, or related roles.
• Demonstrated experience owning and executing network deployments across multiple sites or environments.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, switching, firewalls, ISP connectivity, VPNs, etc.).
• Proven ability to operate independently, make technical decisions, and lead initiatives in the field.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to act as a technical leader and escalation point for complex issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a bias toward action and ownership.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working in high-growth, fast-paced environments where ambiguity is common.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on building scalable systems and processes, not just executing tasks.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. This includes 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. U.S. persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer. Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, generous parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health care
• 401(k) & retirement plans
• Unlimited PTO
• Weekly paid office lunches
• Fully stocked breakrooms
• Stock options
• Paid parental leave