Sr. Associate, Network Planning Engineer 1

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Sr. Associate, Network Planning Engineer to join the IP network engineering team. You will design and implement IP network solutions, create Visio diagrams, configure equipment, and document requirements from start to finish.

You will collaborate with internal and external teams on FAA-related programs, support NextGen objectives, and travel as needed to system integration meetings. The schedule follows 9/80 with every other Friday off.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed Master’s degree within the last 12 months in IT/CS/Engineering with a network focus.

Responsibilities

• Develop network designs based on user requirements.
• Create network diagrams using Visio.
• Configure network equipment and ensure full implementation documentation.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving escalated network issues.
• Develop and maintain documentation and training for knowledge transfer.
• Travel as required for requirement meetings and integration planning.

Skills

IP networking

Network design

Documentation

Team collaboration

Visio diagrams

Education

Master's degree in IT/CS/Engineering with network focus

Tools

Visio

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission‑critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Sr. Associate, Network Planning Engineer

Job ID: 42824

Job Location: Melbourne, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to join the team as an IP Network Engineer to support innovative network solutions. The selected candidate will be working on multiple programs and initiatives for L3Harris as the primary contractor. As an IP Network Engineer, supporting the management and implementation of IP network solutions. The selected candidate will collaborate with internal and external teams. Work independently on projects from start to finish, including developing network designs based upon user requirements, creating network diagrams using Visio, configuring network equipment, and full implementation follow-through and documentation of requirements.

• Evaluate technologies and designs in relation to the critical infrastructure and service needs for the FAA
• Implement solutions that support the FAA’s NextGen visions and objectives
• Serve as the escalation from Tier 1 and Tier 2 Operations team for escalated problem resolution
• Implement solutions that support customer visions and objectives
• Participate in inter program initiatives and discussions to resolve technical challenges
• Create and maintain documentation and training for knowledge transfer
• Evaluate technologies and designs in relation to the critical infrastructure and service needs for external customers
• Maintain operational excellence of network system and components to exceed customer expectations
• Define and implement best practices for network and capacity management
• Identify areas of opportunity for automation and network optimization
• Routinely perform proof of concepts and service trials while documenting system integration
• Travel as required to meet for requirement meetings and system integration planning

Qualifications:

• To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a Master's Degree in Information Technology/Computer Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering with network focus, Computer Science with Communications/Network Focus or have completed their Master's degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer.