Sr. Network Systems Engineer

Blue Origin LLC; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Colorado is seeking an experienced Sr. Network Systems Engineer to join our COMSEC team within the Core Systems and Components group.

You will design, develop, and maintain secure network and communications systems that support our mission and collaborate with Electrical Hardware Design and Systems teams to deliver integrated, reliable solutions. The role requires 8+ years of network systems engineering, COMSEC knowledge, and hands-on experience with firewall policies, VLANs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• 8+ years of network systems engineering experience.
• Experience with COMSEC principles, policies and equipment.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, architectures and security frameworks.
• Experience implementing VPNs, VLANs, ACLs and segmentation strategies.
• Experience with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Nagios or PRTG.
• Knowledge of high availability and redundancy design, including spanning tree and failover.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement network and communications security (COMSEC) systems and architectures.
• Collaborate with Electrical Hardware Design and Systems Engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of network solutions.
• Define and manage network systems requirements, interfaces, and performance parameters.
• Support system-level trade studies, design reviews, and technical assessments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and communications issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable security standards, policies, and regulations.
• Contribute to documentation including specifications, interface control documents, and test plans.

Skills

COMSEC principles

Network protocols

Security frameworks

HA design principles

Spanning tree / LACP

Troubleshooting complex networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

SolarWinds

Nagios

PRTG

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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About the Role Blue Origin is seeking an experiencedSr. Network Systems Engineerto join ourCOMSEC teamwithin theCore Systems and Componentsgroup. In this role, you will play a critical part in designing, developing, and maintaining secure network and communications systems that support our mission. You will work closely with ourElectrical Hardware Design and Systems teamsto deliver integrated, reliable, and secure solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement network and communications security (COMSEC) systems and architectures
• Collaborate closely with Electrical Hardware Design and Systems Engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of network solutions
• Define and manage network systems requirements, interfaces, and performance parameters
• Support system-level trade studies, design reviews, and technical assessments
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and communications issues
• Ensure compliance with applicable security standards, policies, and regulations
• Contribute to documentation including specifications, interface control documents, and test plans

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 8+ years of relevant experience in network systems engineering
• Experience with COMSEC principles, policies, and equipment
• Strong understanding of network protocols, architectures, and security frameworks
• Experience implementing and managingfirewall policies, VLANs, ACLs, and network segmentation strategies
• Experience withnetwork monitoring and management tools(e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, PRTG, or similar)
• Knowledge ofhigh availability and redundancydesign principles, including spanning tree, LACP/port-channel, and failover configurations