Senior Principal Network Engineer – Flight Ops (Secret)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP); Bossier City, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector seeks a Sr Principal Network Communications specialist for Ground Systems at Barksdale LA. The role requires a Secret clearance, real-time flight operations support, and 24/7 on-site availability.

Responsibilities include deployment, field troubleshooting, and network security updates. Candidates should have STIG experience, LAN/WAN/cloud design skills, and the ability to lift 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED with 9 years of related experience or higher degrees with fewer years as specified.
• 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 using network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, OPNET, SolarWinds).
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to lift equipment up to 40 pounds.
• Willingness for flexible shifts including holidays and weekends with on-call status.
• Ability to obtain and maintain final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide real time support for Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance.
• Deploy and manage equipment; control inventory.
• Resolve connectivity and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks.
• Perform field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of comms systems in military environments.
• Follow checklists and procedures; provide redlines when needed.
• Support 24/7 on-site operations for Ground Communications Interface.
• Provide local network management updates, configurations, security patches, and drawings to REs.
• Communicate complex technical issues to local support, MOBs, and REs.
• Assist air crew engagement for problem-solving in operations.
• Aid trend analysis for REs as needed.
• 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.
• Collaborate with system admins and onsite personnel to troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Network design

LAN/WAN

Cloud networks

Network troubleshooting

Security compliance

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associate's Degree in related field

Bachelor's Degree in Networking/IT

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Wireshark

OPNET

SolarWinds

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector seeks a Sr Principal Network Communications specialist for Ground Systems at Barksdale LA. The role requires a Secret clearance, real-time flight operations support, and 24/7 on-site availability.

Responsibilities include deployment, field troubleshooting, and network security updates. Candidates should have STIG experience, LAN/WAN/cloud design skills, and the ability to lift 40 pounds.