Senior Systems Network Engineer - Space & Defense

Aleron; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Aleron is seeking a highly experienced Systems Network Engineer to support advanced space and defense programs in Scottsdale, AZ. In this role, you'll design, architect, and implement complex network systems supporting mission-critical operations in classified and highly secure environments.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in network or systems engineering, leadership experience, and hands-on skills with routers, switches, security tools, and cloud technologies.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in network engineering, systems engineering, or related technical environments with a Bachelor's degree, OR 6+ years of experience with a Master's degree
• 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise or mission-critical network environments
• 5+ years of experience with network hardware and software technologies, including routers, switches, gateways, bridges, and related infrastructure
• 3+ years of experience serving as a technical lead, subject matter expert, or primary technical contributor on projects
• 3+ years of experience developing network architecture, specifications, implementation plans, or technical documentation

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex network architectures and infrastructure solutions for mission-critical environments
• Create detailed network specifications, implementation plans, and technical documentation
• Evaluate, select, and integrate networking hardware, software, security tools, and cloud technologies
• Provide technical leadership and serve as a primary engineering contact on programs and projects
• Support current and future capacity planning while ensuring network performance, reliability, and security requirements are met
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop innovative solutions for challenging technical problems

Skills

Network engineering

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Documentation

Capacity planning

Cloud technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Cisco routers

Cisco switches

Firewalls

Cloud platforms

Terraform

Job description

Aleron is seeking a highly experienced Systems Network Engineer to support advanced space and defense programs in Scottsdale, AZ. In this role, you'll design, architect, and implement complex network systems supporting mission-critical operations in classified and highly secure environments.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in network or systems engineering, leadership experience, and hands-on skills with routers, switches, security tools, and cloud technologies.