Sr Network Engineer (Cleared)

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 197,529 - 276,539; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle is seeking a Network Engineer to establish and implement standardized network design practices supporting spaceflight operations. This position requires a B.S. degree in computer engineering or related field, and 8+ years of experience in developing scalable network infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of networking protocols and strong communication skills. The role offers competitive compensation and robust benefits including healthcare and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in network infrastructure development and deployment.
• Experience with multi-vendor networks and device configurations.
• Proficiency with TCP/IP and routing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement standardized network design practices.
• Develop and maintain automation frameworks for network management.
• Monitor network performance and resolve issues.

Skills

Network infrastructure design

Automation frameworks

Network monitoring

Coding in Python, Go, Rust, C++

Communication skills

Education

B.S. or higher in computer engineering or related field

Tools

Juniper networking platforms

Palo Alto Networks security platforms

Network monitoring platforms

Job description

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement standardized network design practices across In‑Space‑Systems sites and design scalable network solutions that support spaceflight operations.
• Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks and tools to automate network design, deployment, and operational management processes across Blue Origin’s multi‑vendor, multi‑site network environment.
• Develop, secure, and maintain network equipment to support mission operations.
• Proactively monitor network performance and health dashboards; triage and resolve issues with full ownership through resolution, including root cause analysis.
• Support network capacity planning and lifecycle management across enterprise and industrial environments.

Qualifications

• B.S. or higher degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of relevant experience architectureing, developing and deploying scalable and maintainable network infrastructure.
• Experience in network device installation, configuration, and monitoring.
• Experience developing and managing network device configurations in multi‑vendor environments.
• Deep understanding of protocols including but not limited to TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS‑IS), and network services (DHCP, DNS, NTP).
• Experience coding in higher‑level languages such as Python, Go, Rust, C++, etc.
• Highly organized team player with excellent technical written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated track record of resourcefulness from previous assignments.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must possess and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Desired

• Experience with Juniper networking platforms (JNCIS‑ENT, JNCIS‑DevOps, JNCIP, or higher certifications a plus).
• Experience with Palo Alto Networks security platforms.
• Experience with network monitoring and observability platforms (e.g., SolarWinds, Grafana, Prometheus, or similar).
• Experience with network capacity planning and lifecycle management.
• Experience with cloud networking and hybrid on‑premises/cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and GitOps workflows.

Compensation

Compensation Range for WA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see the relevant laws and regulations.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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