Engineer Associate (Tactical Network - CANES) | Active Secret clearance

General Dynamics Information Technology

88d • $62,075 - $83,983

About The Position

Launch your engineering career on the Navy’s front lines as an Engineer Associate with GDIT. You’ll support Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC Pacific Codes 55131/55132/55133) delivering Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) and related tactical network capabilities across ashore, afloat, subsurface, airborne, mobile, and joint environments. You’ll gain hands-on experience in labs and classified spaces—building, integrating, testing, and documenting mission networks that warfighters depend on.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance.
• 1 - 2 years with PC/server hardware, basic networking (TCP/IP, subnets, VLANs), and Windows/Linux administration; comfort working in racks with power/fiber/copper.
• Scripting fundamentals (PowerShell/Bash/Python), documentation discipline, and familiarity with ticket/change tools (Jira/ServiceNow).
• DoD 8140/8570 IAT II baseline (e.g., Security+ CE) or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• BS/BA in Electrical/Computer/Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; equivalent military training/experience considered.

Nice To Haves

• CCNA or equivalent networking certification.
• Linux+/RHCSA.
• VMware VCP-DCV (associate level acceptable).
• Hands-on with VMware ESXi/NSX, Cisco IOS/NX-OS, GPON/QoS, and TACLANE/VPN basics.
• Exposure to CANES/ADNS or other Navy tactical networks.
• Familiarity with RMF/eMASS artifacts, STIGs, ACAS/NESSUS.
• Experience with CM tools (CMPro), requirements/tools (DOORS), and diagramming (Visio/Cameo).
• COMSEC awareness and working knowledge of classified lab procedures/SCIF etiquette.
• ITIL Foundation and/or basic automation (Ansible) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build, rack/stack, power, and cable lab systems; label, document, and validate connectivity (fiber/copper, VLANs, trunk/access).
• Install and baseline OS images (Windows/Linux) and virtual hosts/guests (VMware ESXi/Workstation); stand up small test topologies.
• Execute checklists for System Operational Verification Tests (SOVT) and Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E); capture logs and test data.
• Run basic diagnostics (ping, traceroute, iperf, Wireshark); isolate Layer 1–3 issues and escalate with clear fault isolation notes.
• Apply vendor updates and security patches; assist with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) checklists and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scans under senior guidance.
• Update engineering drawings (block/rack elevations), bills of material (BOM), cable running sheets, and 'as-built' packages.
• Submit/track configuration items in CMPro; support change control (CCB), trouble reports, and asset accountability.
• Contribute to installation design package (IDP) inputs and site survey artifacts; support field events alongside senior engineers.
• Coordinate daily with NIWC engineers, program office staff, and Fleet users; produce concise status notes and technical minutes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
• 401K with company match.
• Competitive pay and paid time off.
• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.
• 15 days of paid leave per calendar year.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid Family Leave program providing up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period.
• Short and long-term disability benefits.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees