Sr. Network Engineer

Sonaca North America; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Sonaca North America is seeking a Sr. Network Engineer to maintain and evolve our LAN/WAN and security posture across multiple sites in the United States.

The role involves designing and deploying network solutions, managing firewalls, SD‑WAN, and wireless environments, and coordinating with maintenance and management teams to keep systems secure and efficient. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of network engineering experience, knowledge of Cisco/Juniper devices, Palo Alto firewalls, Meraki, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent training/experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as Network Engineer/Administrator.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Industry Certifications (CCNA, CCNP, Network+) are a plus.
• Network design/architecture for multi-site environments.
• Strong documentation and security proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation of all LAN/WAN including routers and switches.
• Manage firewalls and remote access solutions.
• Create and maintain network architecture docs, standards, and procedures.
• Maintain wireless environments and data center fiber channel storage networks.
• Coordinate wiring changes with maintenance/management.
• Ensure WAN circuits and internet connectivity via service providers.
• Ensure network security in collaboration with security team.
• Capture and analyze network performance metrics and incidents.
• Assist with other IT projects as required.

Skills

Network engineering

Cisco

WAN/LAN

Firewall

Security

SD‑WAN

Meraki

NAC

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Engineering

CCNA/CCNP

Tools

Cisco routers/switches

Juniper routers

Palo Alto firewalls

Meraki wireless

Aruba SD‑WAN

HPE ClearPass

Job description

WHO ARE WE

Sonaca North America is a world-class leader in designing, building and manufacturing aerospace structures, systems and components for commercial, business and regional, and military aerospace customers. We employ engineering, manufacturing and testing experts throughout the United States and the rest of the world. Our integrated team approach and full life cycle of capabilities enable our employees to take advantage of a wide range of opportunities for career growth within our organization.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a Sr. Network Engineer. With minimal supervision and general direction, the Network Engineer will maintain the operation of all Local Area Networks and the Wide Area Network. This position will architect new solutions for increasing efficiencies, reducing costs, increased security, and/or scalability. Introduce new technology as appropriate for keeping the Sonaca North America network current with industry. While performing all duties and responsibilities, the Network Engineer will always model Sonaca North America values and principles and act in a manner consistent with the Sonaca North America Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Solution and maintain the operation of all Local Area Networks and Wide Area Networks including all routers and switches.
• Solution and maintain firewalls, including the remote access solution
• Create and maintain network architecture documentation, standards and procedures
• Solution and maintain wireless environments
• Solution and maintain fiber channel environment for storage
• Coordinate all wiring changes (line drops, terminations, etc.) with plant maintenance departments or general managers
• Solution and maintain the Wide Area Network circuits through the Service Provider(s)
• Solution and maintain Internet solution(s)
• Solution and maintain web filtering
• Coordinate, solution and maintain network security with security department
• Solution and maintain metrics of system/network performance, network/system monitoring
• Maintain logs of all network outages and cause of these outages, Root Cause Analysis
• Assist with other IT related issues/projects as required
• Knowledge of Cisco telephony, Cisco and Juniper switching and routers, Palo Alto firewalls and Meraki wireless
• Experience with SD WAN technologies preferably with Aruba SD WAN an asset
• Experience with HPE Clearpass for NAC would be considered an asset.

Travel Required

Yes, 15% of the time

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent training and experience
• Minimum 5 years' experience as Network Administrator
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus
• Industry Certifications are a plus (CCNA, CCNP, Network +, etc.)
• Network design and architecture in a multi-site environment
• Network monitoring, metrics, and troubleshooting
• Network documentation, drawings, inventory
• Wireless networking at an enterprise level
• Network security at an enterprise level
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Excellent presentation skills
• Ability to work in a high stress environment with multiple changing priorities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated

WHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA AEROSPACE?

We take care of our people.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee assistance plan - for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance
• Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an "at will" basis and may be terminated at any time.

Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America's Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.

Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.

Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans Employer