Senior Principal Network Communications Engineer – Flight Ops

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP)

Town of Florida (NY)

On-site

USD 112,000 - 168,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector seeks a Sr Principal Network Communications at Eglin AFB, FL to provide real-time support for ground and flight network systems. The role involves field integration, troubleshooting, and 24/7 on-site coverage in a dynamic defense environment.

Strong background in LAN/WAN/Cloud networks, encryption devices, and network analysis tools is required, along with active clearance eligibility and the ability to lift 40 pounds. Eligible for relocation support.

Qualifications

High School diploma/GED with 12+ years of relevant experience or equivalent degrees.
Associate's Degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.
Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of relevant experience.
Master's Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience.
Current CompTIA Security Plus certification.
Experience with STIG compliance.
Experience designing and maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud networks.
Experience configuring network hardware.
Experience with encryption devices (TACLANES).
Experience using network analysis tools (WireShark, Opnet, SolarWinds).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
Willingness to work flexible hours, on-call and holidays.

Responsibilities

Provide real time support for 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 in military flight ops.
Adhere to checklists; provide redlines when needed.
Support 24/7 on-site network operations for Ground Communications Interface.
Provide local network management updates, configurations, and security patches.
Communicate complex issues to local support, MOBs and REs.
Lead air crew engagement to solve technical problems; assist with trend analysis.
Review supplier design data; define functional test requirements for acceptance and integration.
Test, maintain, and integrate Comms and Networks equipment for ground and flight ops.